In this tough buyer's market, every home is under scrutiny, given the number of homes on the Orlando home market. What are some considerations as a seller you should consider when listing your home?
1. Obviously, curb appeal is a key factor in creating a good impression. Make sure you trim the grass, keep blooming flowers in the gardens, and take care of any ant beds and weeds. Paint the front door if it is needed, and treat any wood rot in the trim. Invite over a true friend who will give you an honest opinion, or ask your Realtor.
2. When entering a home, smell is the second consideration. If you or a family member smokes, then the home should be treated before it is sold. Smoke can be smelled in all fabrics, including carpet. Consider steam cleaning. Once the home is listed, the smokers should smoke outside.
As much as we love pets, they do smell. Make sure the odors are treated, and their areas are kept clean at all time. Spot needs to be regularly washed, and should be taken from the home (or kept in the back yard) during showings. If the dog is not friendly, the pet should be removed during the showing.
Key: do not try and mask the smells. This is not the time for short cuts, given this tight market!
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