Belleville Blog

FIRST IMPRESSIONS ARE THE MOST LASTING!
Remember when the buyer comes to look at your house, the first thing he or she will see is your home's front door!  Be sure that it is fresh, clean and well-scrubbed looking.  Also, be sure that your lawn and landscaping is well manicured and trim looking in appearance and your yard is free of refuse and leaves.  In winter remove ice and snow from walkways

DECORATING + YOU = QUICK SALE!
Faded walls and worn woodwork will reduce the appeal of your home. Why try to tell a prospect how you home could look... when you can show it by a reasonable amount of redecoration?  A quick sale at a higher price will result.  An investment in new wallpaper in the kitchen or bathroom will pay dividends for you.

LET THE SUNSHINE IN
Open those drapes and curtains all the way., so the buyer can see for themselves how bright and cheerful your home can be.  Remember... dark and dreary rooms do not appeal to most of us.

DON'T BE A DRIP!
Fix that leaky faucets since dripping water discolors sinks and suggests faulty or worn plumbing.

SAFETY FIRST AND ALWAYS
Keep stairways clear and clean and uncluttered, since this will also avoid injuries around your home.

FROM THE TOP TO THE BOTTOM
Display the full value of your attic, basement, and other utility space (including crawl space) by removing all unnecessary articles and junk.  If your basement is dark and dreary, a coat of paint can do wonders.

WE ALL LIKE BIG CLOSETS
Make them look bigger by having them neat and well organized to show that your home has ample closet space.

BATHROOMS SELL HOMES
make these rooms sparkle from end to end.  Check and repair any damaged or discolored caulking in the bathtubs and showers, and be sure that the towels and area rugs are bright and clean.

YOUR BEDROOMS SHOULD MAKE YOU SLEEPY, BUT NOT YOUR PROSPECTS
Keep these rooms bright and cheerful.  Remove excess furniture and use attractive and colorful bedspreads and freshly laundered curtains.

HAVE YOU SEEN THE LIGHT
Your home's illumination can be a "welcome" sign to the prospective buyer! Turn on all outside and inside lights when showing your home at night, since he'll/she'll feel a glowing warmth as a result of your lighting