For small time real estate investors, worrying about the big issues in selling a property often leads to the little things being forgotten. This almost always leads to issues and sometimes becomes a deal breaker. Here are some simple things to do to avoid this.
1. Put in some elbow grease. Get your family together and clean the property up. A dirty kitchen or toilet will definitely cause a prospective client to change their minds. Spruce everything up so that the condition of these sections cannot be a negotiating point.
2. Fix those leaks. A leaky faucet, gutter or roof can give bad impression to a client. Once again, this is one of the issues they will pounce on and point out so that they can lower the price.
3. Light it up. Pay attention to the lighting as it sets the tone for a room. By using clever lighting and opening up windows, you can make a room look bright and cheery. By setting the right mood in the room you will set the right mood in the client as well.
4. Empty the room. Having boxes and other clutter will only make a room look smaller. As far as possible, you should try to show off the entire house with no clutter. It will definitely make the place look bigger.
5. Get rid of smells. Damp, stuffy smells are off putting and so are smells of any animal occupation. Get exterminator to come around and after that spray the rooms with air fresheners. You can also place potpourri in the rooms to keep them smelling nice.
6. Put a coat on. If you can afford it, touch the place up with a coat of paint. Try to give each room a nice feel. For example, the kitchen and bathrooms should have a light and airy feel, whereas the living room should feel cozy. Do not use garish colors, stay as neutral as possible.
7. Mow the lawn. If the property has a garden, make sure that it is decently maintained. Gardens can often tip a deal in the favor of the seller.