How Even the Busiest Parent Can Make a Perfect Home Showing
Being a parent is a constant juggling act of responsibilities, and that is all the more evident when it comes to selling a home. After all, you have to care for your children, deal with other commitments, and still be ready for a showing. And while prepping for showings might seem like the ultimate impossible job, but it doesn’t have to be.
Use a Professional’s Touch
While you may plan on doing a lot of the work yourself, consider using a cleaning service to take some of the pressure off your family. Professional cleaners will have industrial tools, and their experience can help identify and resolve any issues. They will also work on your terms, and you can determine the schedule and the scope of the job. Before making a decision, though, thoroughly check reviews, accreditations, and what guarantees are offered to ensure you get value for your money. Using a service doesn’t mean you won’t be cleaning, but it’s worth researching to ease the strain and let you focus on preparing for the big move.
Enlist the Family
This is a stressful time, and kids may not understand why they have to move. While you should reassure and listen, especially if they are skeptical, involving them can connect them to the move. That might mean helping out with cleaning, and this is best achieved with a chore schedule so tasks don’t become overwhelming. It may also entail organizing possessions and choosing which items to toss. Of course, your kids should have the final say of what to keep or not, and their decisions must be respected. Lastly, if your little ones are creative, encourage them to decorate the packing boxes, and do whatever else you can to put them at ease.
Depersonalize
Creating a neutral property is vital, but it can be emotionally taxing. After all, this is your family home, and there will be precious memories associated with it. Unfortunately, a home full of knick-knacks and appliances can be an obstacle during the selling process, as viewers may be unable to imagine themselves living in your house. So, take down that artwork on your fridge, put photographs and awards away, and make use of storage. Decluttering shouldn’t be limited to personal effects, however, as large pieces like statement sofas can make rooms seem smaller, so use manageable pieces to create space wherever possible.
Deep Clean
Even with support from professionals and loved ones, cleaning doesn’t have to be time-consuming. Just 30 seconds can rid your home of clutter or be used to dust down surfaces. In fact, with a defined plan, you could even tidy up a room in only 15 minutes. Of course, preparation means having cleaning goals, daily routines, and reminding yourself that transformations don’t happen overnight. For instance, prioritize objectives to keep your schedule practical, such as scrubbing down bathrooms or the oven, and stock up on tools like baking soda, lint rollers, and microfiber cloths. By making cleaning a daily habit, your family can find some time each day to deal with specific tasks that will keep your home immaculate.
Prepping for a Showing
There are times when selling can throw us for a loop, like a sudden call for a viewing. Even with a cleaning schedule, it can be disconcerting to think about all the necessary little touches. Thankfully, you can prep quickly, even as you do something else, like putting dishes away while cooking. Encourage everyone to emulate this, such as storing toys after use or clearing away surfaces, and you will quickly have a tidy home. You want your house to feel welcoming, so open up blinds and drapes to harness natural light, and crack a window to release unpleasant odors. If there are still noticeable scents, you may have to use an oil diffuser, but be vigilant against artificial fragrances as they can be overpowering.
Showing a home is not a simple undertaking, least of all when life is busy. Fortunately, there’s much that can be done to navigate the challenges you might face and overcome them. With planning, you can open the way for your family’s new chapter.
Contributed by Kris Louis
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