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House Odors

What is "H.O.?" You can probably guess--it means "home odors."

Be careful of odors in your home. If your family room smells stale or your cat or dog has left a distinctive odor in the hallway, the important thing is to remove the root cause of the odor rather than to merely treat the symptoms. Different scents have a powerful effect on the way people react to a house, and no amount of room freshener or vanilla on the light bulbs can mask a serious odor problem. In fact, such remedies may draw attention to the problem. We have seen homes with an odor problem languish, unsold on the market for months, or sell for thousands of dollars less than comparable homes in the neighborhood.

If you think that you may have a problem, talk candidly with your Realtor. Your agent should be able to offer some constructive suggestions, and perhaps refer you to a professional who can help banish H.O. from your home!