Once again Toms River was featured on national television as Good Morning America challenged New York power broker Barbara Corkoran to prove her claim that she could sell any house in 5 days.
The challenge was to sell a bi-level style home in the Deer Hollow section of Toms River which had been on the market for six months with no offers. During a five minute segment on Good Morning America for six consecutive days, Barbara talked about the ways to bring a sale.
The first point was outside grooming to create more curb appeal. The block driveway was power washed, mulch was added to flowerbeds and the back patio and yard were stripped of furniture, toys and grilling equipment, accentuating the large yard.
Day 2 suggested removing clutter from the house. The owners rented a POD and filled it with boxes of items to be stored, excessive furniture and items from the garage. Removal of these items made the rooms seem larger and de-personalized the space.
The challenge was to sell a bi-level style home in the Deer Hollow section of Toms River which had been on the market for six months with no offers. During a five minute segment on Good Morning America for six consecutive days, Barbara talked about the ways to bring a sale.
The first point was outside grooming to create more curb appeal. The block driveway was power washed, mulch was added to flowerbeds and the back patio and yard were stripped of furniture, toys and grilling equipment, accentuating the large yard.
Day 2 suggested removing clutter from the house. The owners rented a POD and filled it with boxes of items to be stored, excessive furniture and items from the garage. Removal of these items made the rooms seem larger and de-personalized the space.
Day 3 and 4 showed the décor being enhanced by neutral paint, stylish bedding and removal of room darkening window treatments.
Day 5 focused on signage to promote the Sunday Open House.
The house was originally $349,000. The broker suggested a price of $299,900 but the seller would not list below $339,900. The climax of the challenge was an Open House. Eighty people came to view the property but it did not produce a sale.
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