Renting your house involves much more than deciding a price and listing it on local directories. Every seller wants their house to rent fast and at a reasonable price. However, this is not the easiest thing to achieve.

If you want the process to be easy for you, there are some things that you will need to do to prepare your house for rent. Let’s take a look at some of these things that you can do to prepare your house for rent so that it can stand out in the eyes of the choosy homebuyers.

1.  Clean the outside. When a buyer visits your house, the first thing they will notice will be your exterior. If it is sloppy, they are likely get the impression that the interior is also poorly maintained and that they will need to do a lot of work on the house after they buy the house. This is why the first thing you need to do when preparing your house for rent is ensuring that the exterior is clean and inviting.
2. Improve your landscaping. The first impression that a buyer gets when they come to your house should make them want to own it. A mowed lawn, trimmed bushes and flowers in the garden will be enticing to any home buyer so you should also consider these when preparing your house for rent.
3. Make repairs. Owing to the large number of homes in the market, buyers can afford to be choosy. This means that your squeaky garage door will not paint your house in the best light. Buyers want a house that they can move in and live in without having to make any renovation so it will help you to fix that broken window before listing the house.
4. Get a new welcome mat. Although effective, the worn out welcome mat that you have been using for years won’t make you look good in the eyes of potential buyers. You have spent a lot of money and time on your exterior. Don’t let this all go to waste because of something as cheap as a welcome mat.
5. Remove personal items and de-clutter. Buyers want to imagine living in your home. If they can’t see themselves living there, they most likely won’t buy. This is why you should remove anything that can hinder this.
6. Clean your entire home. Make sure that every surface in the home is spotless. From ceiling fans to kitchen cabinets and bathroom surfaces, you need to ensure that everything in the home sparkles.
7. Organize drawers and closets. Buyers want to feel that the new house has enough space for them and their families. Messy drawers and cabinets might make the buyer think that the house doesn’t have enough storage space. If it is difficult to keep everything neat and organized, you can rent a storage unit for storing the extra stuff in the transition period.

Whether you are renting your house with a real estate agent or if you are managing it all by yourself, it is important to ensure that your house is ready for the process. Use the tips above and you will be on your way to an easy and smooth renting process.

September 17, 2018, 9:15 PM by Admin