Showing people they can live their best life… in your home!
When the time comes to show your home, although it may seem that your cluttered and cozy home will not appeal to anyone but your family, it is actually quite the opposite! While clutter should be minimal, the best way to charm your potential Buyers is to show them a home, rather than an empty house. A little love, some baked goods, and nice decor can really go a long way when it comes to creating a warm and welcoming space for people to fall in love with. The first step to this is creating an atmosphere that is appealing to them. Putting some cookies or muffins in the oven and even scattering some colourful plants around your home make it feel real and lived-in, while also catering to the perfectionist side of people who want their home to come directly from a magazine. Remember, the people buying your home are going to live in it too! They want to get a feel for how it suits their family, and while this may mean it’s a lot cleaner than it normally is, it is still true to your real lives. Cozy furniture, blankets, and even a lightly scented diffuser going with essential oils really contribute to creating a welcoming space. Although you want your home to feel lived-in, leave some room for people to imagine their family making memories in your home. One simple way to do this is to clear off your magnet collection from your fridge; home-viewers love a bare fridge! De-hairing every surface doesn’t hurt either, especially when you have pets!
The goal should be to charm these strangers into forming an image in their minds of what they want their life to look like in your home. While staged books and crisp countertops may be appealing to the buyer, the real showstopper is the vibe. Make them feel at home in your home that is hopefully going to become their home… or, just leave a happy note saying help yourself to a freshly baked cookie!
