Real Estate Matters
By Elisa Jo Eagan
Summer is the season when home selling really heats up. We already have had a strong June and July and now going into the month of August, the Real Estate Market is hot!
However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t put some work in when trying to sell your home. Here are some staging tips that will make your home more welcoming to potential buyers:
Curb Appeal
Add some color by planting summer flowers and plants. If you don’t want to plant anything new in your yard, simply add some planters of flowers to your outdoor space. Once you move, you can bring this new greenery along to decorate your new home.
A fresh coat of paint can really help your front door stand out. You can go with a classic color like white or charcoal, or go for a pop of color like red or yellow. Other curb appeal changes to make to your Home include:
- Replacing your mailbox.
- Upgrading your House numbers to a modern font.
- Switching out a worn welcome mat for a new one.
- Pressure washing your Home’s siding to give it a good -as-new look.
- Highlight Your Outdoor Space.
The summer is a prime time to use outdoor spaces like patios and decks. Make sure to leave your patio setup with chairs, tables, and even a grill to give buyers an image of what their outdoor entertaining could look like. Add some colorful accents that capture the summer spirit with an outdoor rug or a center piece for a table, and you can include a few throw pillows to emphasize the coziness.
Other outdoor space enhancements you should consider before showing your Home include:
Decluttering your yard by putting away any gardening tools or kids toys.
Power washing and refinishing your deck, patio, or fence.
Checking and upgrading your outdoor lighting for showings in the evening.
Trimming any trees and shrubs
Adding a layer of mulch to flower beds.
Keep It Cool
The summer can range from warm to sweltering. While you may typically turn off the air-conditioning or raise the temperature before leaving your home, you should instead leave it at a comfortable temperature for the showing. Also, leave ceiling fans on to help circulate the air throughout your home.
Brighten
Things Up
Start by cleaning all of your windows and screens to let in as much light as possible, and keep blinds and curtains open to make your home feel spacious and welcoming. Also, keep any trees and plants near your home trimmed back so they don’t block light. If there are any dark corners or rooms in your home, install lighting or add a lamp to brighten up the space.
Elisa Jo Eagan ABR, CRS, GRI Military Specialist
Realtor-Broker Associate
BALSLEY LOSCO REALTY
1630 New Road
Northfield, New Jersey 08225
EJCE@aol.com
www.AtlanticCapeHomes.com
Full Time Awarded Professional Realtor Since 1985.
