Tips When Getting Ready to Sell

Make it look boring—in a Good Way

Buyers want to imagine their life there, not tour yours.

• Declutter hard (closets, counters, garages matter more than you think)

• Depersonalize: family photos, bold art, niche décor

• Neutral paint 

Fix the “small stuff” that Buyers overreact to

Little flaws signal “what else is wrong?”

• Leaky faucets, loose handles, squeaky doors

• Burnt-out bulbs, cracked switch plates

• Touch up scuffed walls and baseboards

Curb appeal is not optional

Many buyers decide emotionally before they even walk inside.

• Clean yard, trimmed bushes, fresh mulch

• Power wash siding, driveway, walkways

• New doormat + clean front door = instant upgrade

Deep clean like a hotel, not a house

This is one of the best returns on effort.

• Windows (inside and out)

• Grout, bathrooms, appliances

• No pet smells—ever

Stage for flow and light

You’re selling space, not furniture.

• Remove oversized pieces

• Let light in: open curtains, add lamps if needed

• Simple staging > empty rooms (if budget allows)

Price it right from day one

Overpricing is the #1 way homes get “stale.”

• First two weeks matter the most

• Buyers watch price drops and assume problems

• Trust solid comps, not emotional value

Professional Photos matter more than almost anything

Most buyers see your home online first.

• Professional photos are worth it

• Clean, bright, wide shots

• Twilight or exterior shots can be a nice bonus

Be ready to leave during showings

Annoying but important.

• No people, no pets

• Lights on, beds made, toilets down

• Soft music or nothing at all