The Biggest Turn-Offs for Homebuyers and How to Avoid Them

The Biggest Turn-Offs for Homebuyers and How to Avoid Them

If you are seriously considering selling your home for sale in Pleasanton CA to buyers you need to be aware of things that could add value to your property and help attract more attention. 

At the same time, you need to know the things that could send buyers running for the front door.

Read on for some major buyer turn offs that you need to avoid.

Bright walls

Paint can do wonders to a home. It is a low-cost but effective way of showcasing your property. While you don’t have to paint the whole house, you should cover rooms with existing bright or unique colors with something more neutral. Bold colors are highly personalized and can send buyers out the door. Remember that most buyers are more comfortable with neutral walls, both inside and out.

Cooking smells

Next to pet odor, buyers find cooking smells nearly as­­ offensive. Strong spices such as garlic, bacon and onions tend to linger long after the meal is over. To diffuse the smells, leave a window slightly open while cooking. You may boil some cinnamon in water to freshen up your home prior to showings. Also be careful with plug-ins and sprays because sometimes they can make the problem even worse for buyers who are sensitive to smells or allergenic to fresheners.

Outdated fixtures and appliances

Buyers of Pleasanton CA Birdland homes for sale will not be impressed by tarnished doorknobs, disco-era light fixtures, and ancient ceiling fans. Before showing your home to prospective buyers, you need to do something about the old fixtures in your home. Keep in mind that homes which have old fans, lights, ovens, and kitchen appliances can really turn a buyer off.

Sellers who hang around

Buyers don’t feel comfortable when sellers greet them at the front door, follow them around the house, and give unsolicited comments. They may feel like a guest in a stranger’s home or a patron at a museum. Buyers tend to be cautious and they don’t get enough time to really to delve into the property. To avoid annoying buyers, it is better if you will stay away from showings.

Misrepresenting a home

Most buyers looking for real estate listings in Birdland Pleasanton CA begin their search online. That is why sellers use photos and words to make their homes more attractive on the multiple listing services. However, there are times when pictures and words paint a false portrait. If the information about your home, neighborhood, or even transactional position is misrepresented, the sheer misrepresentation will definitely turn off buyers. Always keep in mind that buyers rely on sellers to be upfront and honest.

Irrational seller expectations

Another issue that can turn off buyers are irrational expectations from the seller. An unreasonable seller with irrational expectations is the last thing a buyer wants to argue with a seller about. With other similar properties on the marker, it would be easy for a buyer to just skip over to the next available home. To avoid this, check the other homes that are for sale in your area and price range. If your property has much less curb appeal or is much less updated than the other homes, don’t list it at the same price and expect it to sell.

Check out http://www.HomeValuesPleasanton.com for more home selling ideas, and for a free market evaluation of your home in Birdland Pleasanton CA.

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