Making a GREAT first impression

  

Where It Starts

It begins with a no-obligation home staging consultation.

You’re not just selling a home—you’re selling a lifestyle, a feeling, and a new beginning.

Once your home is properly prepared:

• Professional photography becomes essential
• Your home must shine online (where most buyers start)
• You want buyers to stop scrolling—not skip your listing

The 3 Keys to Success

Read this twice:

• Pricing
• Photography
• Condition

These three factors will determine how successful your sale will be.

Think Like a Buyer

Walk up to your home as if you’re seeing it for the first time—then walk through it the same way.

Ask yourself:

• Does anything look neglected?
• Is anything broken, dirty, or outdated?

Buyers are thinking one of two things:

• “What else is wrong with this house?”
• “I can see myself living here.”

Every detail moves them toward one of those decisions.

Study the Competition

Look at other homes for sale in your area.

Pay attention to:

• What grabs your attention
• What looks clean and updated
• What makes you scroll past

Thinking like a buyer helps you stay competitive.

 Out of State? No Problem

If you’re not local, I can coordinate and oversee:

• Junk removal
• Repairs
• Power washing
• Painting

I’ll manage the process and keep you updated every step of the way.

 What If You Don’t Want to Spend Money?

That’s okay—every home will sell at the right price.

However:

• Homes in better condition typically sell faster
• Well-prepared homes often sell for more money

Property Preparation Checklist

Exterior (Curb Appeal Comes First)

• Keep lawn freshly cut
• Trim hedges and shrubs
• Weed, edge, and add fresh mulch
• Clear driveway and remove stains
• Clean and organize garage
• Touch up or repaint exterior as needed

First impressions happen before buyers walk inside.

 Maintenance (Fix the Small Things First)

• Repair leaking faucets and toilets
• Service HVAC and replace filters
• Tighten handles, knobs, and latches
• Repair cracks in walls
• Clean and repair windows and screens
• Re-caulk tubs and sinks if needed
• Replace burnt-out bulbs
• Eliminate squeaks (doors and floors)

Small issues can signal bigger problems to buyers.

Cleanliness & Decluttering (Non-Negotiable)

• Deep clean kitchens and bathrooms
• Clean appliances inside and out
• Eliminate odors completely

Clean homes feel well cared for—and sell better.

Create Space

• Remove clutter from hallways and stairs
• Store excess furniture (consider a storage unit)
• Clear kitchen counters
• Remove unnecessary items and boxes

Less = bigger, brighter, more inviting.

Entryway (Set the Tone)

• Clean porch and entry
• Ensure doorbell works
• Repair or replace screens
• Refresh front door (paint or varnish)
• Check locks and keys

The entry sets expectations for the entire home.

Bedrooms

• Use fresh bedding and pillows (white photographs nice!)
• Remove personal items
• Declutter closets
• Eliminate odors

Bathrooms

• Use clean, white towels
• Remove personal and prescription items
• Keep surfaces minimal and spotless

Think “hotel clean.”

Final Thought

Details matter.

The homes that stand out in today’s market are the ones that:

• Feel clean
• Look well maintained
• Photograph beautifully
• Create an emotional connection with buyers

Let’s Get Your Home Ready to Sell

Need staging advice or guidance on preparing your home?

I offer no-obligation consultations and can help coordinate everything—even if you’re out of state. Find out how you can maximize your homes best features and get your home sold for a better price in a quicker amount of time with this Seller's Playbook: Click Here to download your Home Sellers  Guide!

My goal is to help my clients make the Best 1st impression for selling their homes. Get the tools needed to make this transaction both financially sucessful and as stress free as possible. I provide a walkthrough of the property and give staging advice to help make your home look it's best for selling (without doing unnecessary remodels and staying within your budget) Some projects will not give you a good return on investment and I can help you with that too.

Call me & let's get started today.

Shannon Katz, REALTOR®
Century 21 Circle – Indialantic, FL
c. 970-366-7644

Serving the Florida Space Coast, including Indialantic, Indian Harbour Beach, Satellite Beach, Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral, and Melbourne.

Introduction Video: https://youtu.be/4xLOeqj3nd4

 

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