Pets may be family to a lot of us, but they also come with some added considerations. This is especially true when trying to sell your home. Selling with pets may take a bit more forethought, but it’s far from impossible. We’ve broken down the most important things you need to know about this process. […]The post Selling With Pets" What You Need to Know to Prepare for Showings appeared first on Freshome.com.

Pets may be family to a lot of us, but they also come with some added considerations. This is especially true when trying to sell your home. Selling with pets may take a bit more forethought, but it’s far from impossible. We’ve broken down the most important things you need to know about this process. Read on to learn what you can do to make your home appeal to buyers, Fido and all.Take the time to fix any signs of pet damage. Image: RawpixelRepair any damageBefore you even think about selling your home, make sure it’s in tip-top condition. This means catching up on those home maintenance tasks that have been piling up. Every future seller should take the time to fix that leaky sink and squeaky hinge, but pet owners may have a few extra items on their list.In particular, keep an eye out for obvious signs of pet damage. You know your pet and its habits the best, however, it’s common to need to buffer floors to remove signs of nail scratches and replace door jams to get rid of chew marks. When in doubt, hire a professional to...