Child Proof for Stress Free Buyer Tours

While it may have been a while since a two year old was padding around your house, it is possible that prospective buyers may have one (or two) in tow while touring your home.  So, it's a good idea to do a bit of "child proofing" as you get your house ready to list.

Now, I don't mean baby gates and toilet locks.  I mean take a look at your house from a toddler's perspective.

I know what you're thinking.  Yes, children will be supervised while in your home.  But, if the kiddos are focused on something and the parents are trying to keep tiny fingers from touching it, they just are not looking at your house.  Honestly, because they are worried about their child breaking something, they just want to leave and move on to the next house.

Here's an example.  I was showing homes to a buyer and her daughter over the weekend.  We saw several homes.  Some were vacant and some were occupied.  One of the homes we toured had an extensive collection of ceramic figurines displayed on bookcases throughout the home.  There were animals, houses, and to the delight of my two year old friend FAIRIES!  She was such a good girl.  She did not touch a thing.  But, she did admire each one and asked me about all the fairies while her mom quickly buzzed through the house.

Clear the tempting items.  It will allow buyer-parents a stress free tour of your house.  Without the distractions, they can focus on the objective, finding a home.  They can really examine your house and begin to see it as their next home.