Getting ready to sell your home can be a daunting task, but the most important thing you can do prior to listing your home with a real estate agent. The proper preparations can make your house stand out against the competition and can help you get more for your home. Making sure you make the right preparations inside and out can make the difference! Here are some ideas to help you prepare to selling your home:

  • Touch up paint or replace carpet or flooring if needed.

  • Curb appeal is important! Keep the front yard neat and tidy (flowers are always a plus). Keep the lawn mowed, leaves raked or snow shoveled.

  • Consider having a contractor or professional home inspector tour the house to look for any potential problems.

  • You want to create an environment where the homebuyers can picture themselves living in the home. Depersonalize your home putting away family photos and other personal items. Let buyers see the potential for them and their family.

  • Buyers like to snoop so keep the closets organized and cupboards organized.

  • De-clutter your home, garage and yard. You want to create a favorable impression so and get rid of extras and consider having a yard sale or getting a storage unit.

  • Consider having your home professionally staged by someone who is familiar with interior design and who can see the potential for the space in your home.

For more tips please feel free to contact me at (435) 757-5533 and we can discuss what will be the best option for your home. I enjoy working with sellers as get ready to sell. For ideas check out my Web site at www.LoganHomeFinder.com or e-mail me at mike@loganhomefinder.com.

Mike Whitesides, Realtor, Market Edge Real Estate, Logan, Utah (435) 757-5533.