Presenting A Rental

If you think you’re ready to market your rental unit to potential renters, think again. It’s a good idea to take a little inventory on how you will debut your investment to the perfect tenant. Although you may have a suitable rental unit available, sometimes it takes a little boost in presentation to seal the deal. A few small touches can make the difference between you collecting monthly rent fast or letting the unit sit for months unoccupied. Here are some staging tips you need to know to make your rental outshine the rest.

Curb Appeal

They say you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. When it comes to rental units, the outside can be a deal maker or breaker. The first impression of your rental should bring nothing but good vibes. Power wash the driveway and siding of the home to ensure it looks clean and fresh. Mow the lawn and trim the bushes so that the house can become the focal point. Repaint chipped or dull paint to make the colors pop in the eyes of potential renters. Be sure to wash the windows to remove dirt so that they are easy to see out of. The first impression of your rental should bring nothing but good vibes.

Clean Clean Clean

The cleanliness of your rental will play a direct role on how fast the unit is rented. Showing a dirty rental to potential renters is a waste of time and energy. A renter wants to know that you care about your property and are willing to take care of it. Cleaning the unit is an effective way to show that you care about your investment. Whether you do it yourself or have the professionals do it, cleaning the unit from top to bottom is a must; no exceptions.

Make it Neutral

Everyone has their own style. You want a potential renter to come into your vacancy and feel as if they can make it a home of their own. The best way to show the warmth of a lived-in space while exhibiting a blank canvas is to use neutral colors and style. Avoid gender specific pieces in the décor. Keep everything in the middle of the spectrum so that potential renters can envision how they will make themselves at home.