Make a good first impressionYour entryway sets the tone, so clean the front door and polish the brass door knocker. If your welcome mat has lost its luster, replace it with a new one.
Wash the windows
On sunny days, the strong southern light can reveal dirt and grime you might not have noticed. Sparkling clean windows suggest to potential buyers that your home is well maintained.
Warm it up
Give your home that “cozy” feel by keeping the room temperature warm and comfortable during showings. Build a fire or turn on the gas logs – but only if you plan on returning home right after the showing.
Add seasonal touches like warm throws and fall floral arrangements. Update your planters
with fall favorites such as pansies and mums.
Give your home a nice aroma with a cinnamon candle, freshly baked chocolate chip cookies or a faint pine scent. But don’t overdo it, as buyers might wonder what you’re trying to cover up.
Turn on the music
Create a relaxed atmosphere by playing classical music or soft jazz, but keep the volume low.
See the light
Shorter days means less natural light, so make the most of your indoor and outdoor living spaces with lighting solutions like accent lamps and installed indoor and outdoor lighting.
Clean gutters
After the leaves have fallen, clean your gutters before freezing rain set in. Clogged drains can cause back ups, resulting in visible water damage that could scare buyers away.
Keep walkways clear
Make sure your home is easy to show by keeping walkways and driveways free of debris. A treacherous path to your front door can keep potential buyers inside their cars!
Paint works wonders
If your walls need a fresh coat, try a fall color trend. Remember that neutrals work best when selling a home, but you can use throw pillows and small area rugs to bring the autumn colors to life.
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