Selling your home is an exciting time, although it can be an overwhelming task to accomplish on your own. Our REALTORS® are here to help guide you through the entire process to make your experience both productive and positive. We'll take the lead in getting your home sold, but there are a few steps you can take as a seller to make your home more appealing to prospective buyers. 

1. Clear Out the Clutter
   Practically everyone has some unorganized areas in the home, and now is the time to take care of any unsightly clutter. De-cluttering your house makes it much more inviting to buyers, and will most likely lighten your load once you complete your sale and are ready to move.
2. Assess Your Curb Appeal
   Take a look at your home from outside, imagining that you were approaching it for the first time. Is it welcoming and well-maintained?  Is the yard neat and the home's exterior clean? The first impression a home makes is the view from outside, and a bit of tidying can make your house seem much more inviting.
3. Small Repairs
   Loose hardware, peeling paint, and leaky faucets might take away from your home's appeal, especially since a prospective buyer will likely be eyeing everything closely. Small repairs and updates such as these are usually inexpensive and straightforward to complete and are well worth the effort.
4. Deep Clean
   A clean home relays the message of being a well-maintained home to a potential buyer and makes your house shine.  Give your home a little "TLC" before you list it on the market.
5. Don't Take It Personally
   While your family photos, monogrammed items, and other personal items are important to you, leaving them on display during a showing may make the home seem too busy and distract buyers. Store them for safekeeping until you're ready to move into your new home.
6. Landscaping Counts
   Besides having a neatly trimmed lawn, sellers will want to make sure that mulch is fresh and properly placed, hedges and plants are in good condition, and planters are clean and not broken. Strategically places flowering plants can add an appealing touch of color to your landscaping.
7. Check and Double Check For Odors
   Once you've thoroughly cleaned your home, you'll want to ensure that there are no lingering odors from pets or even trash. Have a friend or extended family member walk through your home for a smell check.
8. Create a Welcoming Atmosphere
   Adding a few plants and fresh flowers throughout your home can level up the appeal to buyers. Consider repainting walls with neutral colors and upgrading some of your home's lighting to compliment your home's natural beauty.
9. Gather Your Paperwork
   If you're ready to sell your house, it's essential to have any pertinent paperwork organized and ready to show prospective buyers. Deeds, title insurance, property insurance and tax information are a few of the documents you'll need to gather.
10. Find the Right Agent
    Perhaps the most crucial step before selling your home is to choose an agent to represent your home to buyers. Knowledge, experience, a firm marketing plan, and personalized service are characteristics you'll want to look for when selecting your agent.

You've done the work, and now you're ready to get your house listed and visible to buyers looking for Brighton homes for sale. Our real estate agents at Griffith Realty want to partner with you to sell your home quickly and for the right price. Contact us today to get started.