Home opens are a great way to showcase your property to potential buyers. They provide an opportunity for buyers to get a feel for the property, and envision themselves living there. But to make the most of this opportunity, it’s important to prepare your home for a successful home open.
Let’s take a look at some of the top things you can do to set your home up for a successful open:
- Clean and declutter – A clean home is a happy home, unless you’re a hoarder, in which case a cluttered home is a happy home. But let’s not confuse your potential buyers, shall we? Declutter and tidy up so they can imagine their future mess all over the place.
- De-personalise – De-personalising your home before an open allows potential buyers to imagine themselves living there, rather than feeling like they could be intruding on someone else’s space. By removing personal items such as family photos, collections and other items that are unique to you, the property becomes more neutral and easier for prospective buyers to envision themselves living there.
- Make repairs and improvements – If you’re handy with a drill, you can do this yourself. If not, it’s time to get friendly with your local tradie.
- Create a welcoming atmosphere – Fresh flowers and scented candles all make for a lovely atmosphere. If you really want to impress, consider baking some fresh biscuits just before the open to leave a delicious scent wafting through the house.
- Stage the property – Staging is like giving the property a makeover. It helps potential buyers imagine themselves living in the property by creating a welcoming and well-presented atmosphere. Showcasing the best features that make your property unique by dressing them up a bit can make a huge impact in terms of the likelihood of a successful sale.
- Be ready for visitors – Make sure your home is easy to navigate, with clear paths and spaces for visitors to move around in. Consider removing any tripping hazards or cluttered areas.
Preparing for a successful open house requires some effort and attention to detail, but it can make all the difference in attracting potential buyers and securing a successful sale. If you need any assistance with preparing your home for a successful open house, don’t hesitate to reach out to us.