Homes that don’t show well, don’t close well. Home buyers in Stillwater, MN are picky these days. If your home shows like a fixer-upper, be prepared to receive few offers, or lowball offers. Home buyers are willing to pay more for that are move-in ready. That doesn’t just mean cleaned up. It means that they won’t have to do anything to make your home THEIR home. Becky Durham is an accredited home stager in Stillwater, MN and can help you determine your pre-listing to-do list.
Is your home ‘taste specific’ or dated? Dark or outdated colors, worn out finishes, dirty windows and bulging closets are turn-offs for buyers. Buyers want neutral, clean and in excellent condition. Here are a few tips:
a: Paint over your dark red and purple walls and stick to neutral beige or light gray tones.
b: Pare down furniture and accessories – buyers want to see the space, not your things.
c: Dirty floors in poor condition are the biggest turn off for buyers. Replace worn out carpet/vinyl and damaged tile floors. Refinish wood floors. The expense will be returned to you in a higher sale price!
d: Pack up your things now – donate to charity or rent a storage if you have to. Start with things you rarely use. Then clean out all your seasonal things. Finally, ask yourself what you can live without for a few months. Pack it up, move it out!
This pre-listing task list may seem daunting, but keep your eye on the prize: getting the best price for your Stillwater, MN home!
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