Selling a home? Here are some tips...

The Washington Post had a good article called "4 Tips to Make a Home More Inviting." They interviewed Phyllis Ryan, president of the model-home division of Interior Concepts, a Maryland design firm that specializes in furnishing new homes. Here are some tips that home builders use in their models and you can use when selling a home:

• A stylish kitchen appeals to many buyers. If a seller has upgraded cabinets and granite countertops, that's good. If they don't, it may help to display some stylish touches like an espresso machine, a retro toaster or just some luscious fruit.
• Lots of light makes spaces feel larger. Turn on all the lights even during the day and add a few extra lights if necessary.
• The master bedroom should seduce a buyer. Play soft jazz, pile the bed high with a cushy comforter and pillows. Stack plush towels in the bathroom.
• Add drama to a bottleneck or a dead end space. Prop an oversize mirror against the wall. It visually opens a space and adds drama.