In the Charlotte market we have seen an increase in the amount of homes that are for sale due to short sale and foreclosure. Thus, someone trying to sell their home faces a tough challenge ahead of them right now. One question I get on a regular basis when I am talking with a homeowner about selling a home is what can I do to help sell my home?
One inexpensive idea I recommend to homeowners is put a fresh coat of paint on the walls of your home. Nothing brightens a home up more than fresh paint. Make sure you use neutral colors as well. A white or beige color will add freshness to any room.
When prospective buyers are touring you home they are trying to envision the home as they would decorate it. They are envisioning what the home will look like with their furniture, curtains and decor on the walls. the last thing you want is for them to be distracted by the color on the walls.
Not everyone taste is the same....Some like bright cheerful colors and others like more neutral colors. But in order to have your home stand out to buyers today it needs to be like a blank canvas that they can envision their decor on.
One thing you would have an edge on with the competition out there is that the bank foreclosures and the short sale listings are NOT painting their home. They already are not making any money on the home and are not goign to invest the time and money to spruce the place up.
So, if you are thinking of selling your home...consider putting a fresh coat of paint on the walls in a neutral color. it will not only add value; but allow the buyer to envision the home as theirs. And above all else will separate you from the competition.
Dave diCecco
Realtor/Agent
www.davedicecco.com
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