A well-considered price will lead many buyers to be interested in your Montreal property. But the right price is not the only way to attract buyers. In fact, there are a few other tricks you could use to attract as many of them as possible. Are you ready to turn your home into an unforgettable property that will sell fast?
This article will help you get started!
Improve the appearance of your property
A potential buyer’s first impression greatly influences the level of interest he or she will have in a property. That’s why the appearance of your facade will have a major impact on the number of offers you receive.
Start by making a few changes to your front yard. You may be surprised at the difference you can make with your own hands, and at little cost. Mow the lawn, give your mailbox a lick of paint and plant a few flowers near the driveway. Camouflage your garbage cans and make sure there are no personal items, such as bicycles, lying around out front.
Also, put the yard in order. With careful landscaping, regular maintenance and an inviting arrangement of furniture, you can make your yard (and therefore your property) more attractive. Make it easy for your potential buyers to imagine themselves and their loved ones having a good time here. The presence of plants and flowers can work small miracles, but don’t overdo it. You wouldn’t want the yard to look high-maintenance.
Don’t invest large sums of money in creating a new patio. It’s not a good idea because you won’t be able to get back the money you invested when you sell. What’s more, people generally prefer to be able to do things their own way and decide on the details themselves.
Avoid over-customization
To make your property warm and inviting, you should add a few personal touches. However, you should make sure that these items represent added value for all buyers, regardless of their tastes or personalities.
You could, for example, decorate with out-of-the-ordinary objects and put a few eye-catching books on the shelves. But be careful not to leave any personal paperwork or family photos in plain sight.
The aim is to make the potential buyer feel as if they’re in their future home, not yours.
You want to avoid distractions caused by cluttered areas or dishes in the sink. Even if it’s not easy (for you and your family), it’s to your advantage to make your home an excessively clean and tidy place, and to keep it that way right up to moving day. Remove personal items from shelves and desks, store all food in the pantry and make sure no personal belongings are visible in the bathroom.
Create the perfect ambience
It’s not just what you see that’s important; it’s also what you feel. To make the perfect first impression, arrange the lighting and play soft music from in the background to make visitors feel more comfortable.
Light a comforting-smelling candle.
Opt for neutral colors and add colorful cushions and other decorations. Neutral colors will help potential buyers imagine their own arrangement of the space. Conversely, a wall with extravagant colors could repel someone who doesn’t share your decorating tastes.