Best Home Prep Steps Before Listing Your Home in Hampton Roads
Preparing your home for the market is one of the strongest ways to boost buyer interest and support a higher sales price. Whether you are selling in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Suffolk, or Portsmouth, these simple prep steps can help your home stand out.
1. Improve curb appeal
First impressions matter. Fresh mulch, trimmed shrubs, clean walkways, and a tidy porch instantly elevate your home’s appearance. Replace burnt out bulbs or tired mums with fresh seasonal flowers or plants. Update house numbers and door mats if needed, and give the front door a quick refresh. Painting your front door is a fresh pop to any front landscape!
2. Declutter and depersonalize
Buyers want to see spacious rooms. Remove excess furniture, clear surfaces, and pack away family photos and personal collections. A cleaner look photographs better and helps buyers imagine themselves living in the space. Call us for recommendations of professionals who can help.
3. Brighten with paint and lighting
Neutral paint and good lighting make any home feel newer. Wash windows, open blinds, and replace dim bulbs. Light, fresh colors appeal to a wide range of Hampton Roads’ buyers. Coastal colors are popular in the North End of Virginia Beach.
4. Handle easy repairs
Small issues can raise red flags. Fix squeaky hinges, loose knobs, scuffed baseboards, and leaky faucets. These simple updates show that the home has been well maintained. We have a list of contractors who can assist if you are less handy.
5. Deep clean
A clean home feels more valuable. Focus on kitchens, baths, floors, appliances, and hard to reach places. Don’t forget outdoor areas like decks, patios, and garages.
If you are preparing to sell here in the 757, our team at Conner and Company Real Estate powered by Howard Hanna can give you a personalized prep plan. Contact us to get started and position your home for a successful sale.
