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Looking to speed up the process of selling a house? When your home is on the market, potential buyers will be looking for all sorts of signs that your home has been well-maintained. That means looking for signs of disrepair, but buyers will also be searching for those little touches that show your home has been in good hands. In addition to helping it pass the "eye test" from potential buyers, making a few relatively minor, low-cost updates to your home can help you make that all-important positive first impression. In today's competitive real estate market, you want shoppers to be impressed from the moment they pull up to the curb.

We can help! Our team at Wright-Patt Realty knows what home shoppers want, and we've compiled 5 quick, affordable fixes to help you sell your house fast.

5 Home Maintenance Tips and Updates to Sell Your Home Fast

1. Curb Appeal – Your front yard, lawn, landscaping and the entrance to your home are the first things buyers see when forming an impression of your home. Make that first impression count by cleaning everything, weeding/pruning gardens, keeping the lawn cut and polishing front-door hardware. If you get everything cleaned up but still feel your front yard needs a visual boost, consider adding a few colorful flowers, shrubs or other landscaping features to better set the scene.
2. Odor-Free – We talk a lot about visual appeal, but it's important to remember that scent matters, too when selling a house. If you have pets, kids or have simply lived in the home for a long time, it's a good idea to clean very thoroughly to eliminate any unpleasant odors. While you don't want to overwhelm shoppers with aromas, adding a pleasant scent can add some nice atmosphere on days when you'll be showing the home. Avoiding overly strong scents is a good idea, since you don't want shoppers to think you're trying to cover up an unpleasant smell.
3. A Sparkling Kitchen – If your oven, microwave, sink, counter-tops or anything else in your kitchen has seen better days, it's time to break out the cleaning supplies and get to work. The kitchen is absolutely one of the areas that buyers focus on most, so clean, well-maintained appliances are a must-have. Even if you've kept your kitchen in great shape through the years, it's a good idea to go the extra mile and scrub everything before your home hits the market.
4. Smart Storage – Clutter is your enemy when selling a house, so now is the time to lighten your load. You can have a yard sale to make a few bucks while getting rid of unwanted items, and rent a storage unit to store non-essentials until you move into your next home. In your current home, consider adding some closet organizers to store the possessions that will be staying with you – and show potential buyers that you like to keep a clean, neat home.
5. Steam-Powered – Keeping carpets clean is no small task, and even careful homeowners will usually accumulate a few stains over the years. If your carpets could use a boost, renting a steam-cleaner is easy, affordable and will do the job beautifully. It's also a good idea to mop/scrub any hard floor surfaces.

When you work with an experienced real estate agent, you're able to learn exactly what it takes to make your home as appealing as possible. Contact our team at Wright-Patt Realty for everything you need to find homes for sale in Beavercreek, Ohio.