It isn’t easy to sell a house, which is why hiring the right realtor and preparing your home before listing it is so important. When you work with Herron Realty, they recommend a few vital steps to make your property more attractive to buyers in Old Forge, NY. These techniques will increase the perceived value of your home and help buyers picture themselves living there. 

As you get ready to sell a house, better prepare it for the market with the tips below:

• Declutter: Homeowners will benefit from removing approximately one-third of their belongings from the home before showing it. Rent a storage unit close to your property and put everything you don’t need in it. Decluttering will make your home look cleaner and larger. For example, if a buyer peers into a closet and sees that every available space is used, they may be concerned the home doesn’t have enough storage space. If it’s half empty, however, they will subconsciously think the home has more space available.
• Depersonalize: As buyers walk through the home, they need to form an emotional attachment and picture themselves living there. That’s difficult to do if there are photos of your family everywhere. Depersonalize the home by removing items such as family photographs, religious items, or objects unique to your taste. When the time comes to show the home, vacate the premises and let your agent handle their questions.
• Clean: Buyers don’t want to see your dirt and grime, so present them with a clean slate. Consider hiring a professional service for this. You may not notice the mildew in the shower or the stain on the carpet, but people who are visiting an open house will. 
• Stage: A stager knows how to maximize your space to show off its best features while glossing over the less desirable ones. Their input is valuable, so bring in a professional. They will fit the home with neutral, attractive decor and provide recommendations for affordable and effective cosmetic projects. This may include putting a new coat of paint on the walls or bringing someone in to freshen up your landscaping.

When you sell a house with Herron Realty, you’ll have their residential real estate expertise at your fingertips. They will guide you through the entire process, from preparing the home to closing the deal. Contact them at (315) 369-6910 to schedule a meeting with an agent.