5 Quick and Easy Ways to Create a Welcoming Entry that Attracts Buyers
Alice T. Chan
Whether you're selling your home or not, creating a welcoming entry to your home just makes coming home a little nicer. When you are preparing to sell your house, it's especially important to set the tone for your buyers and help create those warm and fuzzy feelings you want them to have as they imagine themselves "coming home".
Here are 5 quick and easy ways to create a welcoming entry that attracts Buyers and the best part is...they're no cost or very low cost upgrades!
1) Clean up - remove any miscellaneous clutter, power wash the area, and remove all the cobwebs and dust.
2) Freshen up the front door - paint it, refinish it or at the very least clean it. This is the focal point of the entry so don't think they won't notice how tired it looks...they will!
3) Get a new doormat - a coir or seagrass mat are the best choices because they are durable and visitors can clean their shoes on them upon entry. Avoid anything that has a lot of holes which can be a hazard for women wearing heels and stay away from the foam type mats or anything too cutesy. Definitely forego the 'GO AWAY' and 'WIPE YOUR PAWS' messages...not exactly a welcoming greeting!
4) Add a topiary or a large, tall pot of colorful flowers - this adds color, frames the space and adds that natural plant life element that most everyone likes.
5) Update or add light fixtures - whether it's a wall sconce or a hanging pendant, light fixtures are like jewelry in a space. It's also very functional. While the house is on the market, leave the porch light on. You never know what time of day an interested buyer may drive by to see your house. Having the light on creates a warm and inviting feeling that rivals the cold, dark alternative.
Choose 2 or 3 from the list or combine all 5 tips for maximum results. You'll have them at Hello.
Home Staging entrepreneur Alice T. Chan publishes the "Set the Stage for Home Selling Success" e-zine. Get your F*REE Home Selling Success Formula e-course at http://AliceTChan.com.
