If you're trying to sell your Sacramento, El Dorado or Placer County real estate, you have a better chance of getting an offer in a short amount of time if you ensure that your property is in great condition before each and every showing. Of course, this can be challenging when a Sacramento real estate agent contacts you last-minute to inform you that he or she will be bringing a buyer to your house within the hour.
With this in mind, here are six quick ways you can prepare for a last-minute showing:
- Declutter the counters – It will help if you come up with a place ahead of time where you can quickly store any belongings that have accumulated on the countertops.
- Dust the furniture - "A quick wipe down of the furniture, TV screens and computer monitors can help make each room shine," states real estate research firm Trulia.
- Make the beds – It's a good idea to get everyone in the habit of making their beds daily when your house is on the market, but check each bedroom just in case.
- Mow your yards – There's nothing better than the look and smell of a freshly mowed yard. It instantly increases your front curb appeal and is inviting to new prospective buyers.
- Take out the trash – You don't want a potential buyer to be bombarded with unpleasant odors, so quickly empty all garbage cans and place the bags outside.
- Turn on the lights – As Trulia notes, "A dark home is gloomy." Walk through each room, turning on the lights and opening the curtains so there's plenty of natural sunlight.
Are you hoping to put your Sacramento area property on the market this spring? If so, Sacramento real estate agent Jon Hesse can guide you through this process from beginning to end, providing you with his expert advice each step of the way. Call Jon today to schedule an appointment!