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Selling a Home
When selling your home there are no guarantees that a buyer will simply walk through
the front door. In many cases you may have to bring your home to the buyer.
Effective marketing will help ensure that your property receives maximum
exposure to attract a ready, willing and able buyer.
The appearance of your home, a buyer's first impressions, and other considerations can
also affect the sale of your home. Be sure to explore tips for increasing
your home's value below. Have you considered that home prices in your
neighborhood and the value of your property are also factors used for
pricing your home?
When you work with a Prudential Real Estate Professional, you can count on a specialist
who can answer your questions, apply his or her in-depth knowledge of
current market conditions, and access extensive resources that can expedite
the sale of your home.
Increasing The Value of Your House
When you're preparing your house for sale, remember the importance of first impressions.
The market isn't the only factor that influences whether you get your
asking price. Appearance and overall condition play a major role. Here
are some easy things you can do to make your home more appealing to buyers.
Outside:
It is estimated that more than half of all houses are sold before the buyers even get
out of their cars. So stand across the street from your house and review
its curb appeal.
- Sweep front walkway.
- Remove newspapers, bikes and toys.
- Park extra cars away from the property.
- Trim back the shrubs.
- Apply fresh, clean paint throughout.
- Clean windows and window coverings throughout.
- Keep plumbing and all appliances in working order.
- Maintain all sealants (window, tub, shower, sink, etc.) in good condition.
- Make sure roof and gutters are in good condition; no repairs needed.
- Mow the lawn more frequently and plant flowers.
- Keep pet areas clean.
Inside:
- Kitchen and bathroom should shine.
- Quick once-over with the vacuum; carpets should be clean.
- Place fresh flowers in the main rooms.
- Put dishes away, unless setting a formal display for decoration.
- Make beds and put all clothes away.
- Open drapes and turn on lights for a brighter feel.
- Straighten closets.
- Put toys away.
- Turn off television.
- Play soft music on the radio/stereo.
- Keep pets out of the way and pet areas clean and odor-free.
- Secure jewelry, cash, prescription medication and other valuables.
- Enhance the spaciousness of each room. Pack away collectables to allow buyer to envision own furnishings in home.
Important Reminders:
- Potential buyers usually feel more comfortable if the owners are not present.
- If people unaccompanied by an agent request to see your property, please refer them to your real estate professional for an appointment.
- Leave a number where you can be reached if you are leaving town, even for a weekend.

Prudential Lifestyles Real Estate, Brokerage
Independent Member Broker
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Orillia, Ontario
Canada L3V 1W7
Phone (705) 327-2222
Fax (705) 327-8030
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Toll-Free
1-877-301-HOME (4663)
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Washago, Ontario
Canada L0K 2B0
Phone (705) 689-8902
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