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6 Tips for Selling a Vacant Home
When you have to move quickly, your home may be vacant when you put it up for sale. Like anything else, there are pros and cons to selling a home that isn't occupied. Although you don't have to deal with the hassle of prospective buyers coming in and out while you're still living there, vacant Brighton homes for sale can be harder to unload because buyers may wonder why they're empty and if there's something wrong. Whether you're still in your home or need to move and sell it while it's vacant, our real estate agents can help you understand how to make it more appealing.
- Make a Good Impression Online
If you're going to be moving soon, clean up, stage your home and take photos of it before you move the furniture out. Send the photos to your real estate agent to add before it's listed online. An empty house may not seem like a big deal, but buyers who are looking for homes online often skip the vacant ones because it's hard for them to envision their furniture and possessions in the space. Some companies do virtual staging, which adds computer-generated furnishing to photos of the rooms. - Rent or Buy Furniture
Believe it or not, rooms look smaller when they're empty. Renting or buying inexpensive secondhand furniture can make all the difference when it comes to a house feeling like a home. If you're not moving very far or have some furniture, you don't want to take with you, leave it there, as long as it's in decent shape. - Keep it Maintained
Before you move, do a once-over and make any repairs that need to be done. A fresh coat of paint in neutral colors, new lighting fixtures, and new cabinet and drawer hardware can give your home an updated look. If you're not going to be around, make sure you hire someone to cut the grass frequently and take care of the landscaping. - Hire Someone to Clean
Don't rely on a plug-in air freshener to make your vacant house inviting. An empty house can still smell stuffy and get dusty. Having someone come and clean once a month makes it smell fresh and clean and take care of any dirt that may be tracked in during showings. - Keep the Utilities On
Keep your utilities on and set the thermostat to 60 to avoid frozen pipes. Buyers will want to see that the lights and ceiling fans work. - Make Sure It's Secure
Of course, if you already have a security system, keep it active to protect your home. If not, buy a few security system stickers and signs and make them visible on the front door and in the yard. Even if you don't have a security system, these signs can deter burglars who are looking to break in and steal copper pipes and other valuables. Have your mail forwarded, or have a neighbor pick it up. It's also a good idea to ask them to keep an eye out for any strange activity. If you've moved somewhere else in the same area, swing by at least once a week.
Need assistance selling or buying a home in Brighton? Contact us to learn more about how our experienced real estate professionals can help.