When a potential tenant calls to schedule a viewing, it means they like what they see and they’re interested in calling your property home. But without proper care and planning when they’re viewing the apartment or house and there could be things that turn them away. Find out what these are and what you can do to make your property more appealing to potential tenants.

1. Let The Light Stream In

It’s frequently overlooked, but this literally nothing worse than a tenant entering a dark space. It also piques their interest, and they’re more likely to notice other elements in the home or apartment that otherwise wouldn’t be the case. Something else that natural light does is make the space feel larger than it is. Other than natural lighting you should also replace any fused light bulbs with warm energy efficient bulbs to avoid that “hospital” look.

2. Give The Space A Homely Feel

Even though the apartment or home is vacant it doesn’t need to feel like a ghost town in need of TLC. Small nuances and finishing touches can make the space pleasant and welcoming. Adding a potted plant, a lamp or even paintings and bedding to beds make the place feel less “stripped” allowing potential tenants to envision themselves in the space. Giving the tenants an insight into how the property could look when furnished increases the likelihood that they will leave with positive feelings.

3. Conduct A Thorough Cleaning

Another area where landlords fall short is cleaning. Don’t leave the cleaning to previous tenants as they’re likely to skimp on these responsibilities. A tenant won’t want to move in and have to clean before they can set up. It’s your duty as the landlord to ensure the space is clean and tidy and that areas that often accumulate dust have been thoroughly cleaned. This simple task will make the world of difference when a tenant comes for a viewing.

4. Fix What Needs Fixing

If anything on the property isn’t in the correct working order it’s time to fix it. This can be as simple as a loose tile in the kitchen or bathroom, a faulty light or a minor leak. Tenants are smart and they’ll notice the giveaways that reveal that something isn’t working correctly. It can make the entire showing more uncomfortable if a tenant discovers something faulty on the property.

5. Rid The Home Of Unpleasant Odours

It’s all about how pleasant the home is during showing. And a serious contender for the number one spot when it comes to turning tenants away would be an unpleasant odour. That could be smoke, smells of food or just the general odour a property that hasn’t been resided in has. Take your time before showing to light some scented candles and incense. It should only cover up the odours cleaning couldn’t remove.

6. Price The Property Competitively

Tenants are always willing to give a property a chance, but just like buyer’s they probably have quite a few showings lined up. What may look like a deal before they kick off the search can turn tenants away who would otherwise love your property. The market conditions will determine the price more than anything. If property is sought after prices can increase, however, during downturns a landlord can’t expect to garner the same rental income as he or she did before.