1. Make yours the nicest one in your location and price range.
2. Clean- inside & out. Even the top of Hot-water tank, moss or stains on walk-way, everything.
3. Clean- windows. Let the sunshine in!

Clutter - Only 10% of the population can visualize.

1. Will make your space seem small.
2. Buyer feels uncomfortable-Doesn’t appear you are ready to give up your house.
3. The Shutter effect.
4. Empty is just like cluttered.

Non-Style specific

1. Take the neutral road…Not Country, Not modern, Not Early American.
2. Your “product” needs to appeal to the masses.
3. Showcase your Architectural style. Stay true to the “product”.

Lights & mechanicals

1. Consider a Pre-Inspection-No surprises.
2. Front door lock & lighting in good/clean working order.
3. All faucets in good/clean working order, fresh caulk around tub & shower, clean hot water tank.

Remodeling/Updating

1. Kitchens & baths sell houses
2. Invest in the right projects that will make you the most in return. DO NOT over-do.
3. The power of Paint®, new carpet, new hardware & light fixtures.

Think like the BUYER!

1. Who is your buyer? First-time, Down-sizing, Single Professional, Family?? Know your competition!

Buyer Process

1. Location
2. Price
3. Internet photos and/or newspaper ads
4. Curb appeal
5. Main entry way
6. 1st. Step WOW FACTOR-Must have them at hello!
7. 1st. Impression-Last impression.

Biggest Mistakes

1. NO easy fixes! If you think it is easy than do it! Don’t give them easy reductions!
2. Not packing for move & storing OFF premises when ever possible.
3. NOT making ANY investment-For every SMART $1 spent you have a $3 return.
4. Only going half way…follow through.
5. NOT working with a Certified Professional Stager. Design/Decorating is NOT Staging.

 *Info provided from www.designbydesann.com