One of the best kept secrets is how to make your home stand out above the rest. Adding a blue roof on your home may make you stand out, but not in the best way :). Buyers flood the market during the spring so many homeowners feel that this is the best time to get their home sold. To be at the forefront of the buyers mind you should know how to stand above the rest without going over the top. Here are some tips:

Prepare the yard
No matter how good the interior of your home looks, buyers have already judged your home before they walk through the door. You never have a second chance to make a first impression. It’s important to make people feel warm, welcome and safe as they approach the house. After a long winter, the yard can look dirty and disheveled, so you should clean out your yard and throw away old leaves and rubbish. Plant new flowers near the front door to give it a cozy feeling to buyers.

Porch and patio
While people love the yard, they also love to check out the porch and patio. Since springtime is a great time of the year to sit on the porch and enjoy the weather. Getting rid of clutter on the porch and leave just a seat or two with flowers on a table is the best setting.

Spring cleaning
Of course, when people want to check out a place, they are likely to enjoy it more if it is clutter-free. If you want to get to get the highest possible offer for your house, you should pack away knick knacks. Remember less is more.

Power wash
If you power wash the sidewalk and parts of the house, you can improve its curb appeal and make your used home feel like new. The buyer will also feel that the home has been taken care of. A power washer can be rented for approximately $50 if you do not have one of your own.

Open it up
When you show you’re house, you need to accentuate its positives. To do this in the spring, you should open your curtains and let the sun shine through. If you can, let the fresh air in and that will make your home more enjoyable.

Price it right
Making the price right is THE most crucial step. Buyers will never give your home a chance to make a first impression if they never get to see it. Buyers have been watching the market closely and are actively looking at all the inventory. Buyers will only come look at your home if your in range of the competition.

I have a selling guide that goes more in-depth on how to get your home sold. If you are interested in getting a sellers guide or if you want to list your home this spring I would love to hear from you!