The Secret To Selling Your Home Faster!

Yeah, not the best first impression.

Let’s talk about something buyers notice the second they walk into your home—but might not mention: how it smells.

A Good Scent Sells Homes Faster—A Bad One Sends Buyers Running

Here’s the deal—scent is powerful. It’s tied to memory and emotion, which means the way your home smells can literally make or break how a buyer feels about it.

✨ A fresh, inviting scent? Buyers think: “This home is clean, well-cared for, and move-in ready.”
🚨 A strong, artificial, or unpleasant smell? Buyers start wondering: “What are they trying to hide?”

If buyers are distracted by overpowering air fresheners or mysterious odors, they’re not focused on falling in love with your home. And that’s a problem.

So what’s the right way to make your home smell incredible?

The Best Scents for Selling Your Home

🍊 Citrus – The Smell of Clean & Energized

A subtle lemon, orange, or grapefruit scent makes a home feel fresh, bright, and clean—without feeling like you just doused the place in cleaning products.

🌿 Lavender – The Smell of Relaxation

Perfect for bedrooms and bathrooms, lavender has that spa-like scent that makes people feel instantly calm and comfortable.

🍪 Vanilla – The Smell of Warmth & Comfort

Vanilla is universally loved because it feels cozy and inviting—kind of like cookies baking in the oven (without the cookies).

🌱 Fresh Herbs – The Smell of Sophistication

Rosemary, mint, and eucalyptus smell clean and natural, while a touch of patchouli adds an earthy, grounding vibe that makes a space feel high-end.

What to Avoid 🚫

• Heavy artificial air fresheners (you know, the ones that give you an instant headache).
• Overpowering floral scents (think: old perfume bottle exploded).
• Food smells lingering from last night’s dinner (garlic chicken is great, but not when you’re selling your house).

The key? Your home should smell fresh and natural—not forced.

✨ Bonus!: Million Dollar Listing Essential Oil Blend ✨

You asked for it—here’s my go-to essential oil blend that makes any home feel like a luxury listing! 🏡💰 You can put these EO in a diffuser, OR for quick “we have a showing in 30 mins!” add blend to a water bottle and spray in rooms as needed!  (I ALWAYS have one of these on hand and give my clients one to use right before showings!)

Ingredients & Benefits

🌙 Vitruvi Moonbeam Blend

• Wild Orange – Bright, fresh, and clean.
• Rose – Romantic and inviting, adds a high-end feel.
• Jasmine – Sweet and musky, creates a warm, spa-like atmosphere.
• Ho Wood – Warm, woodsy, and grounding for sophistication.

😊 Smiles for Miles Blend (Plant Therapy)

• Sweet Orange, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin – A fresh, uplifting mix that makes a space feel cheerful and inviting.
• Ginger – Adds warmth and a subtle cozy feel.
• Vanilla – A smooth, creamy base that enhances the welcoming atmosphere.

🌿 Patchouli

• Rich and grounding—perfect for creating a sophisticated, upscale ambiance.

💙 Blue Tansy

• A rare, slightly sweet, herbal oil that adds a luxurious, exclusive feel.

🍪 Vanilla

• The final touch for warmth and comfort—making buyers feel at home the second they walk in.

Why This Blend Works

✅ Fresh & clean (Wild Orange, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin)
✅ Luxurious & inviting (Rose, Jasmine, Blue Tansy)
✅ Sophisticated & high-end (Ho Wood, Patchouli)
✅ Warm & comforting (Vanilla, Ginger)

How to Use It

• Add 8-10 drops in a diffuser before showings.
• Apply a few drops to dryer balls when freshening up linens.
• Place a couple of drops on a cotton ball and tuck it into air vents for a subtle, even scent throughout the home.
• OR my FAVORITEway to spread the scent fast, put the EO blend you like in a water bottle, and spray in rooms as needed!  It will spread the smell everywhere FAST! (Which is helpful when an agent calls asking for a last minute showing!)

Final Thoughts: Why Scent Matters When Selling Your Home

🏡✨ When buyers walk into your home, the first thing they experience isn’t the open floor plan or the natural light—it’s the smell.

A subtle, high-end scent makes a space feel inviting, clean, and move-in ready—helping buyers picture themselves living there.

🚨 But overpowering, artificial, or unpleasant odors? They’ll distract buyers and make them wonder what you’re covering up.

If you’re prepping your home for sale and need advice on the little details that make a big difference—or you want my Million Dollar Listing Essential Oil Blend—let me know! 😊 It’s seriously the best smell ever! 

(I don’t make anything off of these essential oils!  Just sharing the love!  Enjoy!)