Part of the plan of selling your home is to make it look its best for an open home. An open home can be nerve-racking, so before any potential buyer steps foot into your home, make sure you do all the things on the following list so that your house looks its best.
If the views are good open all curtains and blinds
Empty all the rubbish bins
If you have a good sound system, play relaxing music
Pick up and put away things that should be out of sight
Shake out the front welcome mat, sweep away any dust, debris, spider webs from entry
Add fresh flowers to any room in the house and fruit to your kitchen
Wipe the sinks after doing dishes or washing your hands
Clean the stove top and benches
Sweep and vacuum the floors
Bathroom Tips
Clean toilet seat, rim, bowl and lid. Leave toilet lid down
Wipe off mirrors and faucets
Spray entire shower with shower cleaner after every use
General Tips
Put the toaster and sandwich press away if you have the room
Don’t leave your dirty laundry on the floor or your clean laundry in view inside the home
Also put away the vacuum cleaner/mop
If possible open some windows a couple of hours before the open for inspection
If it is a winters day put the heater on to take the chill out of the house
If it is a summers day put the air conditioner on
If you have children’s toys in the backyard, make sure they are put away or placed neat and tidy
If you wish to have scented candles burning ensure you tell your agent that they are on and where they are located