De-Clutter & De-Personalize We need to make things feel large and spacious. The house design will feel much more functional and large if nothing impedes the flow. Keep furniture to a minimum so rooms do not appear smaller than they are. If they contain bookshelves or cabinets overflowing with books, magazines and knick-knacks, remove some of these items. Ensure bedroom closets look spacious, organized and uncluttered. Create space by getting rid of old clothes and junk. Consider storing items that you cant discard off-site until your move. If you have considerable family memorabilia about, consider thinning it out. Your objective is to help potential buyers feel comfortable and imagine it as their home. That mental leap becomes more difficult for them if your house resembles a shrine to you and your family. Remember to consider the house a product on the market rather than your home. Get rid of the broken tools, old car parts, discarded bicycles, empty paint cans and the hundreds of other useless items that accumulate in garages and basements. You want a clutter-free zone. While great care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information provided throughout www.philiphollett.com and www.waterdownhomes.com, Philip Hollett does not assume liability for decisions based on the information provided or related to the information provided. Philip Hollett E&OE. |
