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| With the current economy, selling homes is more difficult than ever. Mallory Morse wants to provide you with the information and tools to make your home stand out from the rest. She will provide you with the tips you need to make your home more appealing to potential buyers and make sure your home is marketed through all available media including newspapers, multiple listing service (MLS), magazines, and the Internet. Now more than ever, Internet marketing has a greater impact on selling your home because you attract not only local buyers but also out-of-state investors and people who are moving to the area from another state. |
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Mallory will help you every step of the way. She will provide you with helpful tips on how to stage your home, tell you what little repairs and maintenance can make the most impact, and help you negotiate the best price. |
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Contact Mallory today at (561) 445-4781 to take the first step in selling your home. |
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You only get one opportunity to make a good first impression on your potential buyers. Some things to think about are: |
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| Does your home have good curb appeal? |
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Is your lawn mowed and well maintained? |
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Is your yard, driveway, and walkway free of debris, cracks, and stains? |
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Does your home's exterior look nice? Perhaps you need to powerwash or paint the exterior? |
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Do exterior light bulbs and lamp fixtures work and appear in good condition? |
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| When you walk into your home have you maximized the space? |
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Make sure your shades let light in – it can make your room look more spacious and give it a peaceful feel. |
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Does your furniture and personal items make the house look cluttered? If so, move your stuff out of the house. |
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Is your interior paint too dark? Lighter colors can make a room appear larger. |
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| Does your house need small repairs? Many buyers will shy away from houses that require a lot of maintenance or see that those repairs can give them negotiation on the prices. |
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Some easy repairs are fixing lose knobs, doors and windows, replacing cabinet drawers, replacing broken or outdated hardware, and fixing plaster and paint chips. |
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Also consider repainting your interiors if the walls looked faded, stained, or have small nicks and cracks. This change can greatly increase the value of your home. |
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| Cleanliness is important – it shows that the home has been cared for. Potential buyers are looking for flaws, and dirt and debris are instant turn-offs. |
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If you have carpet, you might want to hire a carpet cleaning specialist or clean the floors yourself, and if you have hardwood floors, consider buffing them. |
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Bathrooms and kitchens should be sparkling clean. |
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Clean away mold and mildew from around bathroom tile and fixtures. |
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| Small touches make a big difference. |
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Add pretty flowers to make your spaces brighter. |
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Get rid of clutter. |
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Make sure your furniture is placed logically and to make your rooms look bigger. |
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Keep only the basic essentials that don't show too much of your personality – you want to stage the house, so potential buyers can see themselves there. |
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Organize your closets and cabinets so they look more spacious. |
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Get rid of any smells by cleaning and using air sprays – don't use anything too overpowering. |
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Clean windows and doorways. |
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Remove all pets from the premises. Many people will shy away from houses with pets. |
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It's best if you as the homeowner aren't there when potential buyers are being shown the house. The buyers will feel more comfortable. |
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Contact Mallory today at (561) 445-4781 to take the first step in selling your home. |
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Specializing In Luxury Homes, Condos, and Townhomes
