An open house is an excellent way to market your home in the Markham area. When done correctly, it is a way to get a lot of traffic on your property and for your real estate agent to reach many potential buyers. However, as the seller, this event can mean a little extra work for you to make an instant impression on each guest. Here are a few things you should do to prepare for an open house in your Markham home.
1. Clean
One of the most important things you should do prior to an open house is to clean. You want the home to shine and make an instant impression. However, this isn’t just completing basic cleaning tasks around the house. You want to clean every inch of the home. This means you need to declutter and clean out all closets and cupboards as many guests will open and look through these areas. You should also clear off counters in both the bathroom and kitchen areas, particularly items that are dirty or unnecessary such as coffee makers, toaster ovens, toothbrushes, lotions, etc. Don’t forget to clean and spruce up your outdoor areas as well.
2. Lock Up All Personal Items
You will have many individuals walk through your home unsupervised. While your real estate agent will be there, they may not be able to watch the move of every guest. This means that you need to take certain measures to keep items safe. If you have any personal items in your home, heirlooms, expensive pieces of jewelry, etc., lock these items up in a safe. It is also wise to lock up all personal information or documents with confidential information as well.
3. Brighten Up the Space
A well-lit area creates a more welcoming and inviting space. This means you need to let in as much light in your home as possible. To do this, open all windows and turn on all lights. Just make sure that you wash both the interior and exterior windows so fingerprints and dirt won’t distract from the beauty of the home and that all light fixtures have working light bulbs.
4. Talk about the Event
Keep in mind that your real estate agent will work to promote and market your event, but you can do your share of the work as well. Spread the news about your upcoming open house on your own social media channels. Talk to your neighbours; let them know about the upcoming event and ask them to share the news with friends and family members who are in the market for a new home. Pass out flyers to people you may meet. These are small things that can improve the success of the event.
If you are considering to sell your Markham home, contact Markham real estate agent Martin MacFarlane today. He can help you sell your home and prepare for your upcoming open house.
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