Top Five Suggestions to Sell a Home with a Pet

When you are trying to sell your home and you own a pet, showings and open houses can be particularly tricky.

Many prospective buyers are allergic to pets, are intimidated by them (especially large, barking dogs), or simply don’t like them. In order to avoid turning off any potential buyers, the following pointers can help pet owners sell their homes.

1.) Most pet lovers do not want to hear this, but the best solution to selling your home is relocating your animal when it is on the market. Casting them to the backyard or garage is not fair to them, and could still turn off some potential buyers.

2.) If you don’t want to remove your pet long-term, try to at least make arrangements for it during showings, like animal daycare. Not only will your home come across as more impressive but your furry friend will have a fun day filled with exercise.

3.) Professionally clean carpets and remove all stains. If stains remain, then the carpet should be replaced, without question. Be sure to vacuum at least once per day (as close to the showing or open house as possible).

4.) Minimize offensiveness by keeping cat litter boxes extremely clean and out of site. In addition, make sure to clean up the backyard. Remove food and water dishes, pet toys, cages, and beds.

5.) Invest in a good air purifier that will help eliminate pet odor and dander.

If you follow these simple steps, selling your home while owning a pet should not be an issue.