A significant amount of effort is required to prepare a house for sale, but all the hard work will pay off when a buyer falls in love with your property and offers top dollar for your investment. In fact, the presentation of your living space will make all the difference in how potential buyers feel about it.

Sellers in Waterloo, IL, turn to JoAnn Meier at RE/MAX First Choice for real estate tips such as this. Here, she shares some industry secrets for preparing a house for sale with simple upgrades and staging techniques:

• Remove Personal Items: When someone walks through your home, they need to be able to picture themselves living there. That’s not easy to do when they see photos of your children on the wall or religious items on your countertops. Remove everything that reflects your personal taste or lifestyle choices. The home should look as neutral as possible and appeal to a wide audience.
• Use a Storage Unit: It’s easy to accumulate items over time, so go through every junk drawer and cluttered closet and pack up items you don’t need. Cabinets and shelves should only be filled about a third of the way. Closets should only hold the items you absolutely need. With less clutter in the house, buyers will know there’s enough room for them to live comfortably.
• Consider Easy Upgrades: Any repairs or upgrades you choose to perform will align with the unique needs of your home, but some common fixes can benefit all sellers. While they don’t require a large investment, they are sure to have a huge impact on how your home is received. Such upgrades include painting, carpet replacement, landscaping work, and upgraded fixtures.

Whether you want to list your house for sale or try to find a new property, JoAnn Meier at RE/MAX First Choice has the expertise to make your experience successful. Meet the team online or call Joann Meier at (618) 939-6003 to schedule a consultation.