The first sign that you’re ready to move out is when you add your property as for sale on one of the trusted Multiple Listing Service sites in the Philippines. However, this task should be the last item on your checklist after you’ve completed the following: (This article is brought to you by: Vistaland International- a company who's into real estate Philippines.)
Make the house presentable outside.
The “for sale” signage in your front yard will not attract a potential buyer if the exterior of the house looks gloomy or, in other words, akin to a setting of a horror movie. Picture this: a dull and smudgy chipped painted gate; a lawn that looks like a grass field; withering plants in cracked pots; pale and worn paint job on the front door and the exterior; rusty roofs; and windows that are filmy or cracking. Once a strolling buyer passes by, they will surely cross out your house on their list.
Expect potential buyers to inspect the interior of your house.
Normally, buyers would request to see what is inside of your house. This is a necessary phase on the buyer’s side and a certain amount of preparation must be in order. It is up to you if you want to do the following:
Transform the house as if it doesn’t belongs to you anymore.
In short, you must de-clutter whether you like it or not. This action will only prove that you finally cut your emotional attachment to your house. Safe keep your personal belongings as much as possible; the family pictures/portraits, souvenirs, memorabilia and any display that shouts “This is OUR house.” Allow the potential buyers to let them imagine themselves living in it. Your personal things may block that visualization.
Never skip the backyard cleaning.
Give your backyard a facelift from the marble pathway to the garden table set. Coat every pot and fence with fresh paint. Pull out weeds and throw away the trash. Your house presentation must be complete up to the tiniest detail.
A house makeover is not cheap but if you want a potential buyer to notice your property, it must be in a saleable condition. Remember that as a seller, you’re not alone. You must expect a tight competition, especially, online. One of the ways to standout is a well-kept and clean house passable for an impromptu inspection.
Tags: House and Lot For Sale Philippines, Real Estate Philippines
Make the house presentable outside.
The “for sale” signage in your front yard will not attract a potential buyer if the exterior of the house looks gloomy or, in other words, akin to a setting of a horror movie. Picture this: a dull and smudgy chipped painted gate; a lawn that looks like a grass field; withering plants in cracked pots; pale and worn paint job on the front door and the exterior; rusty roofs; and windows that are filmy or cracking. Once a strolling buyer passes by, they will surely cross out your house on their list.
Expect potential buyers to inspect the interior of your house.
Normally, buyers would request to see what is inside of your house. This is a necessary phase on the buyer’s side and a certain amount of preparation must be in order. It is up to you if you want to do the following:
- Repaint the interior of your house using neutral colors.
- Replace broken doorknobs; oil squeaky door hinges; fix splintered windowpanes and anything that needs a repair or replacement.
- Brighten up every room. Either paint the room white or replace old light fixtures.
- Fix and clean the bathroom.
- Make every room spacious looking. The quantity does count but the largeness of the room is an eye-catcher.
- Organize and re-arrange books in the shelves, jars in the cupboard, the storage room, every closet, the shoe rack(s) and every part of the house that needs to be in order.
- If your budget permits, schedule ahead major repairs such as pest control or the plumbing to fix leaks.
- Thoroughly clean everything, never leave marks/cracks and give the tiles a new shine.
- Clear off unpleasant odors inside and outside of the house.
Transform the house as if it doesn’t belongs to you anymore.
In short, you must de-clutter whether you like it or not. This action will only prove that you finally cut your emotional attachment to your house. Safe keep your personal belongings as much as possible; the family pictures/portraits, souvenirs, memorabilia and any display that shouts “This is OUR house.” Allow the potential buyers to let them imagine themselves living in it. Your personal things may block that visualization.
Never skip the backyard cleaning.
Give your backyard a facelift from the marble pathway to the garden table set. Coat every pot and fence with fresh paint. Pull out weeds and throw away the trash. Your house presentation must be complete up to the tiniest detail.
A house makeover is not cheap but if you want a potential buyer to notice your property, it must be in a saleable condition. Remember that as a seller, you’re not alone. You must expect a tight competition, especially, online. One of the ways to standout is a well-kept and clean house passable for an impromptu inspection.
Tags: House and Lot For Sale Philippines, Real Estate Philippines