Real Estate and Clutter…
Are you allowing your stuff to reduce the net worth of your home?
Most of you know me as the Organizing Expert or the De-Cluttering Woman, but what you probably don’t know is that for over 15 years I have been in the Real Estate business.
Over the years, I have successfully marketed some of my client’s homes to help them fulfill their dreams of downsizing, relocating or upgrading.
In this recent economic climate, I have noticed that people who are experiencing financial and emotional duress are allowing their physical clutter to manifest in extreme degrees, thus creating their property value to drop.
Regardless if you are considering your options to rent, sell or stay put, your home needs to be clutter free and maintained to maximize your greatest return.
If you feel you need some help letting go of your stuff, de-cluttering, or anything else that will make your home more appealing to a potential buyer, please feel free to contact me.
I urge you to consider your options and not wait until it becomes too overwhelming and costly.
I hope the following tips help you!
Don’t Lose The Value
Consider what needs to be refreshed and repaired to spotlight your home:
- Windows that won’t open
- Roof that’s leaking
- Dripping faucets
- Doors that won’t close
- Painting of interior/exterior
- Windows that need cleaning
- Replace carpets
- Landscaping
Remember – Less is More
Think of it this way – if it’s unappealing to you, what do you think a potential buyer or renter will think?
Play “friend, stranger, acquaintance”
Things that bring you joy and happiness and are truly essentials, are your friends – keep it.
Anything that is questionable, consider it an acquaintance and donate, give away or sell.
Strangers, that’s easy – just dump it!
