Now that your home is for sale, we suggest you read
these helpful hints. They will make the
selling of your home a more pleasant experience for all of us.
Make good first impressions. The grounds should be properly maintained
summer or winter. Have the lawn mowed
and raked, shrubs trimmed, driveway and sidewalks swept clean and all debris
removed from the property.
Arrange shades or drapes to give maximum amount of
light to dark rooms. Replace all burned
out light bulbs and repair faulty switches.
Light colors add cheerfulness to dark rooms, especially kitchens.
Badly cracked plaster, loose doorknobs and crooked
light fixtures are among the small items that can be easily repaired. Small things sometimes hinder a sale more
than large repairs.
Display your storage and utility space by removing
all unnecessary accumulations in attics, stairways, basement and garage. They will appear much larger than they
actually are.
Correct faulty plumbing. Leaky faucets can discolor porcelain and call attention to
plumbing defects.
Minor redecorating is recommended, if needed, such as
painting, rug shampooing, etc. It will
create a much more appealing appearance.
Keep radios and televisions off or turned down during
the showing to eliminate any possible distractions of the prospect.
If you have pets, it’s recommended they be kept out
of the way or out of the house, if possible.
Some people are uneasy around animals and they may detract from the
prospects attention.
Your home should be comfortably warm in cold weather
and moderately cool in hot weather, thru air conditioning if available, or any
other alternative measures.
Apologies should never be made for any adverse
appearance of your home. This only
emphasizes the defects.
Buyers ask a great many questions of our
representatives when being shown through a home and most prefer to do this in
privacy. The inspection should proceed
without your immediate presence. The
buyer usually feels more relaxed. If
you insist on being present, please don’t discuss terms, price, etc. We will handle these details.
It is important to furnish us with accurate figures
on taxes and utilities and inform us of all recent major improvements such as a
new roof, driveway, etc.
Remember, if a reasonable offer is presented, it is
wise to negotiate immediately, it may never be repeated.
Always be prepared to show your property. If you delay a prospect, it may lose you the
sale. Your real estate salesperson will
always arrange appointments with you in advance.
Always keep your sales agent informed of where you
may be reached at all times.
Finally, may we remind you, all our staff and years
of experience are available to furnish you expert advice on any problems or
questions that may arise.
Holley, NY 14470