Princeton Town Topics – Let’s Talk Real Estate – July 20, 2016
GEARING UP FOR A SUMMER SALE
Spring may be the traditional “hot season” for home sales, but with a little extra attention, you can attract plenty of buyers during the summer, too. The key? Tap into the lighter vacation vibe to make your home feel like a year-round oasis:
- Give your home a beachy or vacation “feel” by adding blue accents, removing dark or heavy items, and replacing heavy drapes with sheers or lightweight curtains.
- Make sure your outdoor areas look their best. Keep the grass mowed and watered, weed flowerbeds and trim bushes. Add a colorful planter by the front door and buy a new doormat.
- Organize the interior. Get rid of unneeded items and clutter so the home appears breezier and more relaxing.
- Have your HVAC system serviced and keep the home cool during showings to provide a respite from Jersey’s humid summer weather.
- Keep the home summer fresh with a light air freshener based on natural scents, and stay away from cold-weather scents like pumpkin or cinnamon.
- Finally, adjust your price to realistic expectations. Your Realtor is an excellent source of recent sales data and other information that help you set just the right price to close a sale.
