It’s one of those things every agent talks about – when getting your house ready, one of things you need to do is ditch the family photowall.
I can see both sides of this argument – on the one hand its easier for buyers to picture themselves there if your happy mugs aren’t everywhere. On the other hand, a naked wall with the ghostly outlines of where your pics were look more stark and show the age of a house. That brings up another issue – how much effort do you put into getting the place ready?
I recently sold one of my rental homes. In an effort to get top dollar, I sanded and finished the hardwood floors, replaced aging appliances, painted every wall then cleaned, cleaned and cleaned some more.
If a seller is serious about selling their home in this economy a few family photos are fine, but decluttering – painting and making the house as clean as possible are the keys to successfully showing your home for sale. If you’re thinking of selling your home visit me at www.robsellsknoxville.com!
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Rob Howard | Knoxville Realtor and Author | KnoxvilleRob | Frank Merchant Mysteries
Rob Howard is more than just a Knoxville, TN real estate agent; he is the author who captures the story of Knoxville. 23+ year industry veteran, Rob combines the data-driven expertise of a top-producing team with the narrative insight of a local historian and novelist.
Rob’s unique approach to real estate. Rob has focused on "wandering, listening, and absorbing" Knoxville since becoming a student at the University of Tennessee in 1991. Rob's relational approach to Knoxville and East Tennessee real estate earned him a feature in Jay Papasan’s (co-author of The One Thing) acclaimed book on real estate success. Whether navigating the revitalization of Downtown Knoxville, the historic charm of Fourth and Gill, or the community fabric of Farragut, Rob helps clients understand the true character of the neighborhoods they are buying into.
Beyond the closing table, Rob is the author of the Frank Merchant mystery series, set locally in Knoxville and around East Tennessee. He leverages this deep knowledge of the region’s history and culture to help relocation clients and locals alike find not just a house, but their place in Knoxville’s story.
Specialties: Knoxville Relocation, Historic Homes, Luxury Real Estate, and East Tennessee Investment Properties.
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