Instant Turn-offs for buyers

Instant Turn-Offs for Buyers

There are important factors that can instantly turn off potential buyers for your home.
If you want to sell for maximum dollars - Take notes!

In this blog we are going to step you through some of the small but common things that may turn buyers off buying your house.

When selling your home things like size, location, layout, and renovations may look great on paper and have all the attributes that a buyer is looking for. But buyers can be easily swayed one way or the other at your open house.
So, what should you be looking out for? There can be less-obvious factors that can turn buyers off.

The number ONE turn-off is "CLUTTER".

Everybody has it, but no buyer wants to see it. Cleanliness & Tidiness are arguably the most important tasks when having an open home. It is important not to take shortcuts with cleaning - Buyers see everything!
Clutter will be your worst enemy - Get rid of it all. Pack stuff away in storage if you need to.

Want to speak to someone about how to best declutter for sale then get in touch with one of our preferred suppliers today here.

Now let's talk - About paint Colors

"Out There" overly bright (or dark) paint tones can be an instant turn-off.
Buyers don't want to see a rainbow of colors.
To appeal to the most number of buyers you should ensure all walls are painted in relatively neutral colors. This will appeal to a broader market and also give your home a fresh, polished appearance.
By repainting a few surfaces to appeal to a broader market - you can add thousands to your final sale price.

Overpricing your home

If you have overpriced your home, you will not only get negative feedback from buyers.
But also possibly no showings and no offers and then questions about why it has been on the market for too long.
Buyers will quickly realize that there are other homes in the same price range that offer more value.
Nearly all studies show price is the single largest determining factor for the length of time on the market. An overpriced home is one of the largest hurdles to overcome and can make even the best marketing completely ineffective.

Deceptive Photos can be a huge turn off

The first impressions most buyers get of your home are online photos - So of course, you want your home to look its best.
Professional photographers use clever camera angles, flawless staging, and even Photoshop to make sure your home looks its best. Just like a heavily Photoshopped dating profile, deceptive images can be a turn-off for
buyers if they come to your open home and what they saw online doesn't match the reality.
For example, if your photoshopped photos show a gleaming kitchen full of light, but the reality is a dark kitchen with little natural light, buyers will be instantly turned off and even worse you will have lost all credibility and buyer trust.

Deferred maintenance

Most buyers really want a home that's been well-maintained. They don't want to wonder what needs to be fixed next or how much it will cost. Things like peeling paint, broken door hinges, damaged light fittings, damp areas, and Dated décor are all factors that can turn buyers off.
Evidence of water damage or moisture damage, Old carpets, Outdated fixtures, Ageing Electrical Systems, and poor Poor kerb appeal will all cause buyers to think twice.
One sure-fire thing that makes buyers run a mile is dirty run-down bathrooms and kitchens.

Bad Smells

A home that smells badly is a guaranteed instant turnoff. Even an investor looking for a bargain would get an in-depth inspection to find out the source of the smells. Smells can come from a number of sources. But they will nearly always turn off buyers and cost you thousands in discounted offers.

This is just a summary - The reality is there’s a long list of factors that can turn off potential buyers and impact your final sale price.
Turn off's vary from buyer to buyer - But it is important to address as many of the potential issues as you possibly can. The better your home presents, the better your final sale price will be.

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