Sometimes, it can feel impossible to keep a clean home with kids in it. This makes the thought of trying to stage and sell a house doubly overwhelming. However, the guide below offers not only tips for preparing your living space for potential buyers, but also easing your children through the transition process.

Tips for Selling a House With Kids

1. Give Yourself Time Before Showings

Potential buyers often want to explore the house without the presence of the owners; not only does this make them more comfortable expressing their opinions out loud, but it also allows them to imagine themselves living in this space. Therefore, it's best for you and your kids to be out of the house. Coordinate with your real estate agent to make sure you have a two-hour window in which to vacate the premises—and while out, try to make it as fun for the family as possible. Go to a bowling alley, a restaurant, or a relative’s house so that your children see it less as a displacement and more as an adventure.

2. Declutter & Establish Rules

An organized home is essential when prospective buyers come to view it. So when you do your first big cleaning and decluttering session, establish ground rules with your family. Explain that items, once used, need to be put back in place and reward them for keeping up with it.

3. Stage Carefully

If the statistics the real estate broker has gathered show that a lot of families are interested in the property, consider staging a playroom with your children’s belongings. It should be clean, though engaging so the prospective buyers can visualize a space their own family will enjoy. You should also stage their bedrooms to accomplish the same goals. The impression may help you sell a house faster.

If you’re ready to sell a house, turn to the professionals at Open Real Estate. They’re proud to serve homeowners throughout Lakewood, CO, and the surrounding areas, having built a reputation for their customer service and knowledge of the local market. Call (303) 232-1111 to schedule a consultation or visit their website for current listings.