Just Because You Like It...

It's funny how you see things differently when you look at someone else's home. A surprising number of the homes I've shown in the last week have had a feature that is often less than desirable for potential buyers.

Now let me say first of all, that I have nothing against hunters. And, you should be able to decorate your home any way you choose, WHEN YOU"RE NOT TRYING TO SELL IT!

But most Americans these days are not hunters. That's true even in our area. The percentages are pretty small. And, a lot of non-hunters are going to be less attracted to a house full of dead animals hanging on the walls. You may not think it's fair. But it's the truth.

I'm not singling out only hunters. If you have a hobby that's not exactly main stream, it's a good idea to send stuff to storage. Don't leave the handcuffs on the bed post! (Even if you're in law enforcement!)

The goal here is for the buyers to identify with your house, to see it as their own. That's hard for them to do if they see something that makes them uncomfortable.

So, stash the stuffed animals. If you question whether it's appropriate, assume the answer is "no". You want every edge you can get in this market!

RE: Just Because You Like It...

I agree with you about the dead animals hanging on the walls.

  I also have a problem with personal photos.  I find my clients and myself being very distracted by them.  I'm wondering what the owners are like that live here and wonder who they are. 

 It's really creepy for the sellers to know that a stranger is in their home checking them out.  I insist my sellers take personal photos down.  I want my buyers to see their self and their things in the home instead.