Rapid City

A couple of final tips to sell your home quickly:

• Kitchens & baths sell homes – keep them squeaky clean. Look at them with an objective eye. Do they look tired and dated? Some new paint, door handles, and faucets may go a long way to improve their style, and your bottom line.
• Maximize the lighting in your home. Use simple timers if you aren’t there to turn lights on before showings. During the day let lots of natural light stream in through clean windows during showings.
• Don’t over upgrade just to sell. Some updating will help the home sell quicker and for more money. Other upgrades have a limited return. (For a list from the National Association of Realtors of remodeling projects and their average return on investment, email your request to caroll@PropertyByReferral.com).
• Keep your pets incognito. Even if people know you have pets, they should be able to walk through your home without seeing clues such as feeding dishes and toys.
• Ask a friend if there are any odors in your home (i.e. pets, smoking, or mustiness). If there is a smell, find the source and fix it. Even light odors can kill a sale.