 A positive first impression of
your home can make a huge impact on your selling price! This month’s article
shares some simple tips on how to prepare your home for a successful
sale.
There’s also a spring checklist
to get your home ready for the gorgeous weather that’s just ahead as well as
some body language tips that’ll instantly boost your
confidence.
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| Preparing Your Home for a Successful
Sale |
 A
properly prepared home will reap huge rewards!
Preparing your home for sale
requires some planning but it’s well worth the effort as it’ll help your home
sell quickly and for top dollar. The following points can be implemented
quickly and with little or no money:
- Curb Appeal -
Home buyers form their opinions as soon as they pull up so first class curb
appeal is key. Create the best first impression possible by cutting the grass,
tidying the yard, painting or washing the exterior and cleaning all
windows.
- Clear the
Clutter - Too much “stuff” makes your home appear smaller than it really is
and most buyers can’t see past other people’s clutter. Clean out your closets,
garage, basement and attic. Put what you’re keeping in storage and donate the
rest.
- De-personalize - Buying
a home is an emotional experience so it’s important that buyers are able to
imagine themselves living in your home. De-personalize each room by taking down
family photos, knick-knacks and anything else that’ll make them feel like
they're intruding.
- Fix it First
- Buyers always inflate repair costs so make sure you take care of repairs ahead
of time. Even small things such as leaky faucets and ripped carpeting make your
home appear neglected and a possible money pit in the eyes of
buyers.
- Peeking
Allowed - Buyers will size up each and every room but they'll also be
snooping in your cupboards, drawers and closets so make sure they’re organized,
de-cluttered and clean. Hang clothes up neatly, leave open space and clear
floor areas.
It’s often the little things
that make a huge difference when it comes to creating a winning first
impression. If you want to get top dollar for your property, invest some time
and money into fixing and freshening up your home before it hits the market.
It’s an investment that will definitely pay off! |
| Get Your Home in Shape for Spring |
 Homes need regular
check-ups in order to stay healthy.
Spring’s right around the corner
so it’ll soon be time to identify and correct minor issues so you can avoid
unpleasant surprises down the road. This simple spring checklist will help
protect the health of your home:
- Roof - Repair
missing or cracked shingles.
- Outdoor
Wiring - Check thoroughly for wear and tear.
- Deck/Patio -
Check for safety hazards such as loose railings and rotten
boards.
- Foundation -
Inspect interior/exterior walls for cracks and signs of moisture.
- Gutters -
Clean gutters/downspouts and make sure they direct water away from your
home.
- Safety -
Inspect smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and review your family’s fire
plan.
- Landscaping - Cut back
trees/bushes that touch the house and remove any dead branches.
Home is
where the heart is so do your best to keep it healthy. Regular maintenance of
your home and yard will save you time and money in the future and you’ll be much
more relaxed come summer knowing you won’t be in for any nasty
surprises. |
| The Body Language of Confidence |
 A
person's body language usually says more than their
words.
Projecting positive body
language is a skill that should be mastered by all of us from corporate bigwigs
to children on the playground. Here are a few basic tips that’ll help boost
your confidence:
- use a natural tone,
volume and pace when you speak
- use your hands for
gesturing instead of sticking them in your pockets
- avoid fidgeting as it
shows you're disinterested, bored and/or nervous
- stand up straight in a
relaxed posture with your head held high
- give a strong
handshake while looking into the person’s eyes with a relaxed
smile
Studies have shown that our
poses can actually change our body chemistry. High power poses where the body
is open and relaxed actually increases your confidence levels. Stand tall and
be proud! |
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