Ghosts and goblins are not the only scary things this time of year. I’ve been out showing homes lately and have run across a number of buyer turn-offs. Here are some sure-fire ways to leave buyers screaming in horror (OK – I exaggerate a little, but you get the picture).

1. Ignore home maintenance. Nothing like a really old roof or rotted siding to indicate there are probably more problems lurking around.
2. Over-decorate. Have tons of family photos and personal collections scattered around. No need to help buyers envision themselves in your house. 
3. Keep lots of furniture stuffed into the rooms. Buyers like small rooms, right?
4. Sell your house empty. It’s not about the emotion. (Or is it?)
5. Don’t bother with cleaning. Who cares about smudged windows, dirty switch plates, and black grout in the shower?

Selling a home is not easy and requires preparation in order to sell for the most money and in a reasonable time frame. Contact me to work with someone who can help you avoid buyer turn-offs. It pays to do everything right. Donna Forest, Broker Associate, 603-526-4116, www.donnaforest.com, donna@donnaforest.com