When listing your home, you always think of the essential things such
as the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, square footage, and obvious
amenities. However, there are certain things that many buyers look for
that sellers often forget to mention in their listings and marketing
materials.
Here are three surprising things buyers look for when purchasing a
new home that you should consider if you are selling your home:
- Storage and organization. Most first-time home
buyers have been used to renting and having limited storage space that
they are so excited to get into a home where they will finally have a
clutter-free area to store their items. If you have extra storage space,
organized closets and/or pantries, or other built-in storage amenities,
it’s worth mentioning in your home’s marketing materials.
- Energy efficiency and “green” living. Many energy
efficient features are very budget friendly for homebuyers. Homebuyers
understand that utility costs are additional to the purchase of their
home, and it’s something they will consider in their budget. If your
home has dual paned windows or new insulation, mention it. If you are
including energy efficient appliances in your home, mention it. There
are many buyers who are attracted to “green” environments, so if you
have a “green” home, many homebuyers will appreciate it.
- Updated design and colors. When you’ve lived in
your home for over 10 years, you often get used to the design and colors
you chose 10 years ago. When selling your home, remember that you are
selling to a new audience. Update your colors, but keep them neutral.
Update any outdated or kitschy design elements you have. Hiring a home
stager is a great investment and can help you sell your home faster and
make it more appealing to new homebuyers.
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