SOUTH BAY DIGS | Digital Edition Online

January 24, 2020

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LOCAL EXPERTISE WITH GLOBAL REACH PROUDLY SERVING THE BEACH CITIES 2017 TOP PRODUCER 12 THINGS TO DO BEFORE SELLING YOUR HOUSE Selling a home is more than just placing a 'For Sale' sign up and uploading a few photos. Before you put your house on the market, consider these tips—they are certain to entice buyer's interest to get you the largest return on your investment. 1. FIND A GREAT GROUP OF REAL ESTATE AGENTS Don't blindly hire the agent who most recently contacted you. Find a group that is knowledgeable about your specific market, and interview them to make sure they have your best interest in mind. 2. INCREASE THE CURB APPEAL OF YOUR HOME First impressions are everything! Make certain the first thing prospective buyers see of your home entices them to want to see more. 3. ADD SOME GREENERY Plants and flowers create a welcoming environment and add visual appeal. 4. DECLUTTER ALL LIVING AREAS Less is definitely more—clean off counters, tables, and all other visible areas, including behind closed doors. Think of this as the prepacking stage before moving. 5. REMOVE SCUFF MARKS Touching up baseboards, walls and doors make the house look well-cared for. 6. DEPERSONALIZE YOUR SPACE Create a blank canvas that allows potential buyers to see their own vision of living in the space as they plan to call it home. 7. FIX THE DETAILS It seems small, but make sure to tighten loose handles and replace light bulbs. It will keep buyers from wondering what else needs repairing. 8. REPAINT WALLS TO NEUTRAL TONES You might love that yellow accent wall, but if it's your potential buyer's least favorite color, that could be a turnoff. Light colors enlarge and brighten the space. 9. CONDUCT A SMELL TEST Even slight smells can be a deal breaker. Do some deep cleaning, light a couple candles or plug in a mild fragrance room deodorizer. 10. CLEAN THOROUGHLY Make your property sparkle. Take special care with all stone, counters, and floors— especially in the kitchen and shower. 11. HIDE VALUABLES From art to jewelry, make sure your treasures are out of sight—either locked up or stored off site. 12. CONTACT US TO RECEIVE MORE INFORMATION AND EXPERIENCE THE GHG DIFFERENCE. We are with you every step of the way...

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