Here's my final point of humor about what turns buyer's off.... I hope you'll laugh and gain some insight.
5. Do you have a passion for collecting something? Is it prominently
displayed in your home? Whether it's antique dolls, Tiffany art glass,
snow globes, or camel figurines - put it away. Best case scenario - the
buyer collects the same or similar items but... they get distracted and
don't focus on the property. Worst case scenario - the items have a negative impact on everything else
they see in the home. Don't let someones deep seated fear of
figurines interfere with selling your home.
4. What
are they hiding? A little bit of air freshener can be a wonderful thing. Too much of
it though makes people wonder what you are trying to cover up. Some people are sensitive to artificial perfumes to the point that it can trigger allergic reactions.
3. Everything in the home is true to the period and architectural style except ______. Whether it's a kitchen, or bedroom that has been "re-muddled" and not remodeled, when a significant area sticks out as being out of place it can really turn off buyers. Don't update something cheaply just to say "updated". Clean neat and ready for your updates is better than having to rip out a bad re-muddle.
2. Tired, worn and dirty. Especially today, seller's don't want to put more money into a property in order to sell it and that is totally understandable. Neglecting to clean or touch up scuff marks isn't. A home that is dirty and dingy is not the way to impress buyers.
1. You. Few things make buyers feel more awkward than the feeling that they are being watched. Most times when a home owner is present for showings, buyers feel tense like they cannot move at their own pace or make honest comments amongst themselves. As a seller, you want prospective buyers to feel welcome and invited, not like they're intruding. Even if you're nervous about selling your home, let your agent oversee the process. It will take the pressure off of the buyer and you.
