Anchorage Home Selling Tip #4
Anchorage Real Estate
Home Selling Tip #4 is a BIG one. SHOVEL THE WALKWAY. I know that sounds pretty elementary, but it's amazing how many homes on the MLS don't have shoveled walkways. Anchorage, Alaska can get some heavy snowfall and it's understandable that home sellers don't have the time to consistently shovel the snow off their walks before every potential buyer makes it to the house. But when the snow reaches potential home buyers' knees and they're getting an ab workout just from trudging through your driveway to get to the front door, that's probably not going to impress the buyers very much.
Remember the saying, The First Impression is the Most Important. As a home seller, dress your home to impress, starting from the outside. I know there's not much you can do in the winter in terms of exterior maintenance and landscaping, but keeping the walkways as clear as possible can be the start of a positive experience for your potential home buyers.
Keep in mind:
- Some Home owners park their vehicles in the garage and go straight into their house, so the front walkway/patio area is neglected.
- Tending to the walkways/patio area will give buyers a positive experience going into your house.
You are absolutely correct. Some of these vacant homes have so much snow you can't even pull into the driveway, much less walk up to the door
Ed, yes! I forgot to mention vacant homes and REO's. Thanks!
Vanna, ah hello, this is Alaska. Great point and an often overlooked one. One of my favorite quotes comes from Dale Carnegie, "You only get one chance to make a first impression" Thanks for the post