Are you getting ready to move? Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, one of the most important decisions you’ll need to make is when to show your house. Many people choose to wait until they’ve moved out before showing their home to potential buyers. However, there are several benefits to showing your house before you move.

No Worries About Staging

An empty room is simply four walls and a ceiling - there’s nothing attractive about that. In fact, buyers can not envision themselves living in a space without furniture. As such, if you move out before showing, you might have to stage your home and incur the additional staging expense. 

You Can Get More Money for Your House

If you move out before showing your house, you may not get as much money for your house and might take longer to sell. That’s because buyers often fall in love with a furnished home, and are usually willing to pay more for it. Unfortunately, vacant homes lend less emotional appeal as they feel very empty and lonely. 

Lower Utility Costs

Utilities should be on for the home inspection, appraisal, and showings. So, you should leave them turned on, whether the house is occupied or vacant. If you’re still living in the house while it’s being shown, you don’t have to pay duplicate utility bills. 

Avoid Vandalism

Vacant homes can attract crime and vandalism. These could result in extra repair and replacement costs, which the seller might have to pay since most home insurance policies don’t insure vacant homes. Getting a separate vacant home insurance policy is also costly. 

Show Your Home Before You Move Out!

Showing your house is essential to the end result, but showing your house before moving out can help you gain better results. For more information about showing homes before moving out, feel free to reach out to the Arthur H. Jackson Group at 321-544-0929 today.