“The Seven Second Rule” – Hot Real Estate Tips | Milwaukee Real Estate

A. Neutral Paint Colors – Can the buyer see one seamless color when they enter the front door of your home, or are there more than 3 bold paint colors? If there are more than two paint colors, it is time to rethink your wall color before you list your home.

B. Cleanliness - Neat and tidy wins every time. Make sure the dog hair is gone and that the cats litter boxes are put away before every showing.

C. Smell - Did you cook fish the night before? Oh no! Neutralize the home’s aroma. Make sure you have a dehumidifier for the basement. Never use Glade plug-ins, and spot clean before every showing.

D. Declutter – The foyer should be free of keys, packages, and mail. Make sure the home presents as close to model perfection as possible.

E. Inviting Exterior – Consider adding seasonal plantings and a front door mat to welcome guests as they arrive.

F. Remove Outdated Fixtures – Updating both outside front door lights and inside foyer chandeliers will enhance the buyer’s first seven seconds. Take a trip to BBC Lighting http://www.shopbbclighting.com/ and check out the latest designs to wow that first impression for your buyer.

G. Immaculate Front Door with matching Hardware – They say the front door is one of the single best things you can do to enhance curb appeal. https://www.homelight.com/blog/front-door-curb-appeal/