Presenting Your Home

 Think Safety.  Homeowners learn to live with all kinds of self-set booby traps: rollerskates on the stairs, extension cords, slippery throw rugs and low hanging overheadlights.   Make your residence as non-perilous as possible for visitors.

 Make Room for Space.  Remember that potential buyers are looking for more than just comfortable living space. They’re looking for storage space, too. Make sure your attic and basement are clean and free of unnecessary items.

 Consider Your Closets.  The better organized a closet, the larger it appears. Now’s the time to box up those unwanted clothes and donate them to charity.

 Make Your Bathroom Sparkle.  Bathrooms sell homes, so let them shine. Check and repair damaged or unsightly caulking in the tubs and showers. For added allure, display your best towels, mats, and shower curtains.

 Create Dream Bedrooms.  Wake up prospects to the cozy comforts of your bedrooms. For a spacious look, get rid of excess furniture. Colorful bedspreads and fresh curtains are a must.

 Open up in the Daytime.  Let the sun shine in! Pull back your curtains and drapes so prospects can see how bright and cheery your home is.

 Lighten up at Night.  Turn on the excitement by turning on all your lights - both inside and outside - when showing your home in the evening. Lights add color and warmth, and make prospects feel welcome.

 Avoid the Crowds.  Potential buyers often feel like intruders when they enter a home filled with people. Rather than giving your house the attention it deserves, they're likely to hurry through. Keep the company present to a minimum.

 Watch Your Pets.  Dogs and cats are great companions, but not when you're showing your home. Pets have a talent for getting underfoot. So do everybody a favor: Keep Kitty and Spot outside, or at least out of the way.

 Think Volume.  When it's time to show your home, it's time to turn down the stereo or TV.

 Relax! Be friendly, but don't try to force conversation. Prospects want to view your home with a minimum of distraction.

 Don't Apologize.  No matter how humble your home may seem, never apologize for its shortcomings. If a prospect volunteers a derogatory comment about your home's appearance, let it roll off your back. 

Don't take it personally.