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Bathrooms are so important to Americans that most homes
have at least two or three. As you work toward selling your
home, it is imperative that the bathrooms are kept clean and
odor-free. Potential buyers might forgive a less-than-stellar
child’s room, but a questionable bathroom or kitchen could
cost you a sale.

Vent and/or deodorize cooking odors. Remember, scent is
the most memorable of the five human senses. You don’t
want prospective buyers to take away lasting memories of
your trash or the sauerkraut or fish you had for lunch. On
the other hand, the scent of freshly baked cookies has
proved to be a favorite among home shoppers at open house
events!

PET PEEVES

Pets are wonderful, but home buyers want to see your home
without them. Domestic animals are not unique features or
selling points of homes; pet dander and odor aren’t going
to provide a positive viewing experience. Some prospects
might have allergies, others may not like animals, and for all,
they are an unnecessary distraction. Minimize the presence
of pets. Dog dishes, cat litter boxes, and beds need to be
clean. Pets should be relegated to cages or backyards while
showing your home.

READY AT LAST

With all the staging work complete, you are now ready to
list and showcase your home. In the next section, you will
learn how to price your home. A real estate professional is
your best information source for how to sell your home
quickly without lowering the price. When selling your
home, there is much to know about pricing, marketing,
and negotiations.

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