09 Sep Tips to Securing Your Home and Valuables for Showings!
Selling your home involves more than just aesthetics and curb appeal—it’s also about ensuring safety and security during showings. Today, I want to share some essential tips to help you prepare your home safely for potential buyers. Drawing from a personal experience where I discovered an unsecured firearm in a kitchen drawer during a home showing, I’ve learned the importance of taking preventive measures to secure not only firearms but all valuables.
Here are a few safety tips:
1. Secure All Firearms and Weapons: Ensure that all firearms, knives, and other potential weapons are securely locked away. Not only is this crucial for safety, but it also prevents any accidents or misuse during showings.
2. Valuables Should Be Hidden or Removed: Jewelry, important documents, and expensive electronics should be stored in a safe or taken off-site. This reduces the risk of theft and also protects your privacy.
3. Keep Personal Information Private: Make sure all mail, bills, and anything with personal information is tucked away. Identity theft can start with exposed personal documents, so keep these out of sight.
4. Prepare for Pets: If you have pets, ensure they are secured or removed during showings. Not only is this safer for your pets and visitors, but it also avoids potential allergies or fears among prospective buyers.
Before any showing, do a quick walk-through of your home to ensure everything is in its place and secured. This not only improves the showing experience but also ensures you haven’t overlooked any security aspect.
Not only does this help protect your property during showings but also showcases a well-maintained and cared-for home, enhancing its appeal to potential buyers.
If you have any questions about preparing your home for sale or need more tips on home safety, feel free to reach out. Let’s make sure your home is show-ready!
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Elise Fay Realtor, EXP Realty (602) 329-7782