The Power of Scent
Over time, you can become so accustomed to the smell of your home that you may not think twice about it. But when a potential buyer first walks into your home, one of the very first things noticeable to them is the smell. So, you want it to be a good one.
To keep potential buyers sniffing for more use these scent tips:
Good Smells
- Light florals
- Citrus
- Vanilla
- Natural wood (think pine, cedar)
- Natural herbs (think basil, thyme)
- Fragrant plants (think roses, eucalyptus, lavender, and rosemary – just make sure they get plenty of light)
Bad Smells
- Strong cooking smells (fish, eggs, garlic, onion, etc.)
- Pet odours (clean all pet paraphernalia also for allergy reasons)
- Strong cleaning chemicals (bleach)
- Smoke (use an air filtration machine)
- Stale, musty smells (open windows to let the fresh air flow in)
- Too many smells (if even they are good) Focus on 1 or 2 scents
Remember, emotions are driven by senses, which play a role in the buying process. The scent of your home will trigger feelings, in your prospective buyer, so make sure it’s good feelings.