Category Archives: Sellers' Secrets
How Appealing is Your Home?
Increasing your home’s appeal
Remember the 8-second rule: That’s all the time you have to create a winning first impression. Here are some simple yet significant ways to maximize your home’s appeal.
Exterior
* Keep the grass cut and remove all yard clutter.
* Weed and apply fresh mulch to flower beds.
* Apply fresh paint to wooden fences.
* Tighten [...]
The Most Offensive Odors
photo credit: Robert Couse-Baker
Good Housekeeping asks “What’s the Worst Odor of All?”
In a recent online poll, we asked what you thought was the foulest household odor. Here are top five offenders according to your votes:
Rotting garbage: 34.8%
Pet smells: 24.4%
Diaper pail: 15.8%
Tobacco smoke: 13.2%
Spoiled milk: 11.8%
Perception is Realty for Home Buyers
Home staging example from violin player playing in D.C. Metro. Perception becomes reality for home buyers.
The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly About Paint
Choosing color can be intimidating. Neutral colors are not created equal. Hiring a color consultant could be a good invetment.