http://www.jeansellsnaples.com/

Downing-Frye Realty, Inc.
3411 Tamiami Trail No, Ste 100
Naples, FL 34103
Direct: 239-877-7920
800-Tel-Jean (835-5326)

Prepare To Sell-Part 1

Preparing Your Home to Sell

A buyer will develop an opinion of your property within 15 seconds. How you package your home will determine if you are successful in creating a positive impact.

Based on proven successful marketing, this information will help you prepare your home, so it will stand out over the competition.

Help a buyer feel that your property could easily be their next home by avoiding a strong personal statement.

Personal statements are found in:
� Religious or political artwork
� Unusual decorations, wall paper or colors
� Odors from smoking, cooking or pets
� Barking dogs

Show that you care for your property by taking care of the small details.

Small details that have a negative impact:
� Peeling paint
� Poorly applied wallpaper
� Smell of mildew
� Soiled carpeting
� Loosened or damaged tile

Package the interior of your home for appeal
Create a Feeling of Light
� Use adequate wattage in light bulbs
� Keep windows clean
� Add mirrors wherever possible
� Use light wall colors and wallpaper
� Open draperies, shades and blinds
� Turn on all lights when showing

Limit bright colors to accents such as flowers, small rugs or towels

Add a fresh and clean smell with lemon oil or lemon wax, or place a dish of vanilla in a warm oven.

Continue to read "Prepare to Sell-Part 2"