How To Prepare For The Sale Of Your Home

It is no surprise that spring is the busy season in the real estate market. If you are thinking of selling your home, the sooner you get it up on the market, the better. Now is the perfect time to start working on some projects that can help get your home sold. The Platinum Group, REALTORS have a few tips to help you get your Colorado Springs home prepared to be put on the market. 

Clean The Exterior

In addition to taking care of the landscaping, it is also important to take care of the outside maintenance. A sloppy exterior will make buyers think that the interior is not well kept either. Be sure to clean the gutters and pressure wash your home's siding.

Spruce Up Curb Appeal

The winter months can be rough on the landscaping, however, buyers still pay attention to this aspect of the home. No matter what season you're selling your home in, don't neglect the landscaping. During the spring and summer months, make sure the lawn is mowed, the bushes are trimmed and weeds are out of the garden. It is also a good idea to plant seasonal flowers, such as have daisies in the spring and summer and poinsettias in the winter months. 

Make Repairs

You want your home to be in the best possible condition before putting it on the market, which means that all repairs should be taken care of beforehand. Anything that could discourage buyers should be fixed ahead of time. If there's a leaky faucet or a broken window, fix it as soon as possible. 

Brighten Up The Porch

Make your home inviting by brightening up the entrance way. A fresh coat of paint on the door, especially in a color that contrasts with the home, can make the door stand out. It is also a good idea to replace faded house numbers, so buyers can see them from the curb. 

Depersonalize

You want potential buyers to envision their belonging in your home. Remove any clutter and depersonalize your home by removing knickknacks, photos, extra furniture and other personal items. 

Organize

A messy closet can give the appearance that your home doesn't have enough storage space. It is a good idea to cut back the amount of items in your closet and drawers to allow the items in there to have more room, which makes it look bigger. 

Clean, Clean & Clean

You want to make every surface shine. From ceiling fans to floors and everything in between, clean your home until it sparkles. 

Hide The Pets

Although you may love pets, not everyone does. Put away litter boxes, dog bowls and their toys when showing the home. 

If you are thinking of selling your home in the Colorado Springs area, contact The Platinum Group, REALTORS. Our team is comprised of some of the best real estate agents in Colorado Springs. Let us help you sell your home and find you a new one! Contact us today to learn more about what you should do to prepare your home to be put on the market in Colorado Springs. 

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Colorado Springs, CO 80906

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