Selling your Seattle Home or Property?

One of the most crucial first steps in selling your Seattle real estate is finding a real estate agent that is right for you.

You want someone whom you can rely on and who will be proactive in having your property listed in all the right places. Once you have found your agent, it’s time to make the property as visually appealing as possible. If you are still living in the home at the time
that it is put on the market, there are ways that you can decorate and maintain the home that allows for others to imagine themselves in the home.

For starters, ensure that the outdoor landscaping is properly maintained and in tip top condition. Keep the grass and hedges trimmed, don't leave clutter in the yard, weed and water the garden beds regularly, and get the paint touched up if need.

Inside the house, keep decor to a minimum. Potential buyers want to be able to imagine themselves and their family within the home. Paint rooms either the same color or neutral colors in a set color scheme.

Remove any pictures or artwork that detract from the room. You don’t want your personal belongings taking attention away from the house as a whole. Leave the lights on in the home and make sure that all the blinds and curtains are set.

We recommend you not be there when your house is shown. While it may be tempting to see and meet the potential buyers, potential buyers are far more at ease when they don’t feel like they are intruding on your life and are more likely to stay longer. If you do have to be there at the time of a showing, try to make yourself as discreet as possible, and let your real estate agent do the work. They are trained professionals who are working to serve your needs, let them handle the talking.

If you are beginning the selling process, call 206-728-6513 to get connected with a Seattle real estate agent today!