We’ve sold five homes. One thing I always do is buy new towels for every bathroom. They’re only used for showings! This way, they are always perfect and ready to go when you get that last minute call for a showing. Speaking of “last minute showings”…I also always have an empty basket available. This is to use when you get that call, and are in the middle of doing makeup, might have mail on the counter, shopping lists, kids toys, anything that you have zero time to put away, just toss it in the basket. Take the basket with you in the car! You can put everything away in the proper places when you return home. :)
Very SOFT music playing … and the smell of baking cookies is always a good thing. Another secret tip is to put a recorder or cell phone on record hidden up on top of the refrigerator. You can then hear positive or negative comments about the house which you may be able to correct if it’s keeping you from selling.
Someone once told me that instead of painting a whole room, just paint the baseboards. Makes everything look new!
Good luck with your move…can’t wait to see it all unfold.
Your home is beautiful. We just sold our rental home in Modesto, CA in 2 days, 15% over asking price, no inspection and 21 day close. It was crazy!! We just closed and we didn’t have one issue. Whew!!
Great tips and your home is so beautiful! I am a realtor and have sold several of my own homes. Staging is very important. Everything you posted is spot on!! Always nice too to have some light jazz playing! But one we sold when the couple came back for a second look I knew they drove truck so I changed it to country (yes there is a soft country play list) and guess what they bought the house! ?Love the blog and your instagram!
We always put all personal photos away and cleaned and cleaned everything. Have the Realtor put booties at the doors for shoes or all shoes at the door, never on your floors! Most importantly, only interested buyers and all interested by appointment only. Good luck and your home is so California living, open concept and lovely. I imagine it will sell quickly.
Such good suggestions Ms Kristy. You cannot imagine how much I will miss seeing your pretty home.??? Appeal to all the senses scent with candles, soft music…….. Also, lots of hotel like details like stamped toilet paper roll, rolled hand towels, a basket of toiletries, coffee station. One thing I love is putting a tray with either wine and wine glasses or teapot, teacups and flowers on top of an elegant made bed. Your house is perfect!????
On showing days don’t forget to pay attention to the aroma in your home. Diffuse something clean and bright, try to avoid smells people may have a reaction to, like the maples, coffee, and overly aggressive floral scents. Maybe even bake something before the showings to make the house smell homie and leave the baked goods out with a little note to feel free to help themselves.
Hello Kristy, I love every post!! Your home is beautiful. I can see why it sold so quickly. Your hard work paid off! Please share with me the name and/or maker of your front door. I live in Florida and have been looking for a new front door. I love gardening and pretty landscapes. You did an amazing job utilizing every inch of your property. I can’t wait to see your next home. Enjoy your trip and wedding planning! Be safe! Sharon
I love this!! Very helpful and insightful information for when we move next year. I love your blog!
We’ve sold five homes. One thing I always do is buy new towels for every bathroom. They’re only used for showings! This way, they are always perfect and ready to go when you get that last minute call for a showing. Speaking of “last minute showings”…I also always have an empty basket available. This is to use when you get that call, and are in the middle of doing makeup, might have mail on the counter, shopping lists, kids toys, anything that you have zero time to put away, just toss it in the basket. Take the basket with you in the car! You can put everything away in the proper places when you return home. :)
Very SOFT music playing … and the smell of baking cookies is always a good thing. Another secret tip is to put a recorder or cell phone on record hidden up on top of the refrigerator. You can then hear positive or negative comments about the house which you may be able to correct if it’s keeping you from selling.
We like to have couple of flameless candles on fireplace, eucalyptus scent in restroom and tissue roll stamped like the Hotel
Someone once told me that instead of painting a whole room, just paint the baseboards. Makes everything look new!
Good luck with your move…can’t wait to see it all unfold.
Your home is beautiful. We just sold our rental home in Modesto, CA in 2 days, 15% over asking price, no inspection and 21 day close. It was crazy!! We just closed and we didn’t have one issue. Whew!!
That’s so great Cari! Congrats!! xo
Great tips, thank you! Have been putting off spring cleaning, these suggestions help motivate amid daunting thoughts of dust & clutter.
Great tips and your home is so beautiful! I am a realtor and have sold several of my own homes. Staging is very important. Everything you posted is spot on!! Always nice too to have some light jazz playing! But one we sold when the couple came back for a second look I knew they drove truck so I changed it to country (yes there is a soft country play list) and guess what they bought the house! ?Love the blog and your instagram!
Dear Kristy:
We always put all personal photos away and cleaned and cleaned everything. Have the Realtor put booties at the doors for shoes or all shoes at the door, never on your floors! Most importantly, only interested buyers and all interested by appointment only. Good luck and your home is so California living, open concept and lovely. I imagine it will sell quickly.
Your home looks beautiful. Good luck!
Such good suggestions Ms Kristy. You cannot imagine how much I will miss seeing your pretty home.??? Appeal to all the senses scent with candles, soft music…….. Also, lots of hotel like details like stamped toilet paper roll, rolled hand towels, a basket of toiletries, coffee station. One thing I love is putting a tray with either wine and wine glasses or teapot, teacups and flowers on top of an elegant made bed. Your house is perfect!????
On showing days don’t forget to pay attention to the aroma in your home. Diffuse something clean and bright, try to avoid smells people may have a reaction to, like the maples, coffee, and overly aggressive floral scents. Maybe even bake something before the showings to make the house smell homie and leave the baked goods out with a little note to feel free to help themselves.
Thank you for the tip, Jennifer!
Hello Kristy, I love every post!! Your home is beautiful. I can see why it sold so quickly. Your hard work paid off! Please share with me the name and/or maker of your front door. I live in Florida and have been looking for a new front door. I love gardening and pretty landscapes. You did an amazing job utilizing every inch of your property. I can’t wait to see your next home. Enjoy your trip and wedding planning! Be safe! Sharon
Hi Sharon!
There are a few posts about Kristy’s door that should help you :) https://143.198.183.194/front-door-redo-plans/ https://143.198.183.194/front-door-reveal/