Thinking of making a move this summer? As long-time experts in Park City Real Estate, we know from experience that a few minor touch-ups can go a long way towards making a favorable impression on potential buyers. We’ve come up with what we believe to be the top ten ways you can prepare your home to go on the market and sell quickly.

1. Clean, clean, clean.  Dust on top of the fireplace mantle and fan blades, polish your appliances and faucets, and give the windows a thorough washing. If you’ve already moved out or if you’re too busy to stay on top of things, consider hiring a cleaning service to stop by every couple of weeks.
2. Tackle that honey-do list.  All those little things you’ve been meaning to do but never got around to? Buyers will notice them, and they’ll detract from the value of your home. So set aside a weekend to tighten those loose doorknobs, fix that leaky faucet and paint over the scuffs. 

3. Clear out the clutter.  You want buyers to focus on how awesome your space is, not how messy it looks. Banish that pile of shoes from the entry, that stack of mail from the kitchen table and anything else that detracts from your home’s gorgeous features
4. Let there be light! Open up all the windows to let in natural light and add floor or table lamps to areas that are dim. A bright, cheery room looks bigger and more inviting.

5. Bring nature inside.   Potted plants or a few pretty buds in a vase can help bring energy into a space, fill in empty corners and even draw attention to features you want buyers to notice.

6. Organize your closets.   Storage space is a huge selling point, and if your closets are stuffed to the brim, buyers will think you don’t have enough of it. Invest in some boxes, dividers and other solutions that will help you make your stuff look more organized, and remove extra items you don’t need immediately.

7. Give each room a purpose.  That spare room you’ve been using as an office / guest room /dumping ground won’t help sell your home unless you show buyers how they can use it themselves. So pick a use (office, guest room, crafts room) and clearly stage the space to showcase that purpose.

8. Turn the bathroom into a spa.  Create the feel of a relaxing, luxurious bath. Stack a few pretty washcloths tied with ribbon, add some scented candles and faux plants, and buy bathmats and towels in coordinating tones.

9. Highlight focal points.  Draw buyers’ eyes towards any special features with bright colors or accents like plants. A pop of red throw pillows can draw a buyer’s attention to that lovely window seat. A striking fern on the mantle can show off your fireplace.

10. Boost the curb appeal.  More than one buyer has decided not to even enter a home based on its curb appeal, so make sure your home’s exterior looks excellent. Trim your shrubs, weed your flowerbeds, fix any peeling paint and keep the walkway clear. Just adding a row of potted plants along the walkway or a cheerful wreath to your front door can make a big difference.

At Chin-MacQuoid-Fleming-Harris we are dedicated to making your home selling and buy experience a wonderful memory. If you’re thinking of making a move this summer, we would love to have the opportunity to speak with you about what our firm can do for you.