Tips for the Perfect Open House
In this blog post, we’ll equip you with five helpful tips to ensure the best possible open house. Everything from improving landscaping, cleaning up your space, the importance of staging your home and even decluttering and more.
Make sure to stick around to the end where we’ll provide contact information for Laurence Mongeau – so you can get started on your journey to find the perfect luxury home.
Open House Tips and More
landscaping
Tidy up landscaping and paint any features that look worn. If it’s in your budget to buy some new items for an even bigger wow factor, consider new garage doors, house numbers, and new light fixtures. Remember to remove all cars from the driveway on the day of the open house.
Keep it clean
Hiring professional cleaners is money well spent, especially if cleaning isn’t your strong suit or you simply don’t have the time. This could include house cleaners, window washers and carpet cleaning services.
Declutter
Make all rooms in the home look as spacious as possible by removing some furniture and knickknacks (pack them away so they’re ready for your new home). A clean, uncluttered space gives buyers a better idea of the home’s features.
Stage the Home
Paint in neutral colours and, if possible, replace cabinets and faucets with new hardware. Add in a few small touches such as crisp new towels in the bathrooms, and vases of fresh flowers throughout. No matter the weather on open house day, open up all blinds and curtains to let as much light in as possible. Also remember to hide toothbrushes and toiletries by stowing them under the sink. Remove anything personal. Items such as family photos, certificates and awards should be packed away. This allows homebuyers to visualize their own family in the home.
Keep Pets at Bay
If you’ve got a dog, it may be as easy as taking them out with you on the day of the open house. Other pets such as cats should be confined to less trafficked areas. Remember to put food bowls away until you return home.
With these tips in mind, you’ll be providing a more marketable home that’s ready to show any and all potential buyers.
Contact Laurence Mongeau
Are you looking to buy or sell luxury homes in Burlington, Oakville, Hamilton, Milton, Ancaster, Stoney Creek, Waterdown, or Grimsby? Contact Laurence Mongeau, your trusted REALTOR® with over 20 years of experience, for expert advice on listing your home and strategic real estate solutions. Call 905-320-0773 or email homes@laurencemongeau.ca today!