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Declutter Kitchen & Living Spaces
Nobody wants a cramped or cluttered living area.
Open and spacious kitchens, living rooms and family rooms are the ideal spaces buyers are seeking. Ones that function the way they want to live, and that they can see themselves spending time in.
When you’re getting your house ready for sale, focus on one area at a time, decluttering and setting it up for optimal functionality.
Here’s where to start:
KITCHEN
Go through every cabinet, drawer, and the pantry.
1) Donate things you don’t use
2) Toss anything broken or worn out
3) Store little-used items
Then…
• Remove everything from the outside and top of the refrigerator for less visual distraction.
• Remove rugs and anything stored on the floor, which tends to make a space look chopped up.
• Clear nearly everything from countertops – they are a premium workspace and the more horizontal space, the more spacious it will feel.
LIVING AND FAMILY ROOMS
Make these spaces look open and inviting by removing extra things, furniture, and visual clutter:
• Purge or store books, magazines, DVDs and games
• Wrap and store knick-knacks and personal photos
• Tidy or hide cords and cables
• Remove furniture as needed to create a better flow (side tables, ottomans, extra chairs, oversized furniture)
Ideally, your living space is clear and spacious, with furniture arranged around a focal point.
When you’re finished decluttering, the communal areas in your home should feel lighter and more open – ready for buyers to picture themselves living in.
Missed the first two posts in this series? Check out:
Month 1: November, Clear out garage and storage
Month 2: December, Declutter closets
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