Estimates so far indicate that summer 2014 is likely to be
a better than usual season for area home sales. The past winter threw a wet
blanket over all kinds of business activity, creating a perfect scenario for a
sales bounce back—and that’s exactly what is beginning to show up in the stats.
As Bloomberg News reported last week,
sales of homes “climbed in April for the first time in three months…the biggest
in six months…”
If you will be taking advantage of the uptick by listing your
property for this summer’s market, having an open house in Charleston, SC is a
prime way to attract prospective buyers. With a little focus and energy, getting
your home in shape can be easier than you might imagine. The checklist is
short:
Landscaping
The place to begin is with the landscaping—it frames the
picture that’s the first thing buyers see when they pull up during the warm
months. If you don’t have summer flowers planted, that’s okay—improvise!
Purchase a few hanging baskets and potted plants. Place them along pathways,
the entrance, and other places that could use a little bit of color. Hose the
exterior, but if the years have been too tough, you may need a refresher coat
of paint or trim. Perk up the lawn with an easy-to-apply lawn food spray; edge
where needed; then mow and admire!
Get a Fresh
Outlook
Give your windows a good cleaning (outside first)—it’s
surprising the amount of sparkle that simple job can add to your Charleston
open house. Air the house thoroughly as you do a deep clean where it’s needed: usually
a shampoo of carpets and rugs will accomplish the lion’s share of the work. Addsome summer color to your rooms with fresh throw pillows, and as your open
house draws near, see where a few well-placed floral arrangements would add bright
color to draw the eye.
Last Checks
Before the day of your open house, there are a few more quick
checks to be made. Walk around the house. Are the air conditioner units clean?
Are the gutters and rain spouts in good shape? Outdoor spaces are great selling
points to make your home more attractive to buyers, and a summertime Charleston,SC open house creates the perfect opportunity to show them off. There are
always a few little things you’ve been meaning to attend to…now is the time!
Looking for more open house tips? Call me today if you’re
thinking of listing your Charleston area home for sale. We can discuss a
marketing plan to get your home S-O-L-D this summer!
Interested in selling your Charleston area home? Visit: www.jeffcookrealestate.com
Interested in buying a Charleston area home? Visit: www.discovercharlestonareahomes.com
-Jeff Cook
Jeff Cook
Real Estate
Charleston,
SC
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