How to make your house sell fast and at your price…
Curbside Appeal
Keep the lawn mowed and the steps swept.
Store hoses neatly; be sure sprinklers don’t water walkways.
Repair gates, fences, sidewalks and driveways.
Remove or replace dead or dying plants.
Cut back shrubs obscuring windows.
Add color with blooming flowers.
Clear yard of all debris.
Apply fresh paint as needed and replace damaged bricks or wood siding.
Repair any cracked or broken windows and be sure the faucets or sprinkler systems are in good working order.
If you have a pool, be sure it sparkles. Keep the patio area neat and yard furniture in good repair.
Garage
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Keep the floors clean and swept.
Store or neatly arrange all items.
Interior Appeal
Overall
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Wash windows.
Clean or replace carpets.
Paint rooms in neutral colors.
Be sure all electrical systems are in working order.
Clean drapes and window treatments.
Clear out all excess items.
Clean floors.
Kitchen
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Clean appliances, cabinetry and floors.
Clean and clear countertops.
Repair faucets and appliances.
Bathrooms
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Polish the floor, mirrors and fixtures.
Repair grout and caulking.
Repair running toilet or faulty plumbing.
Replace or clean shower curtain.
Closets
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Replace burned out light bulbs.
Hang clothes neatly.
Store shoes in boxes neatly on shelves
Prior to Showing
Outdoors
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Be sure the entrance and walkways to your home are clean and inviting.
Store hoses neatly and be sure sprinklers don’t water the walkways.
Remove newspapers, bikes and toys.
Park extra cars away from the property.
Inside
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Quick once over with the vacuum.
Place fresh flowers in the main rooms.
Put dishes away.
Make beds and put all clothes away.
Open drapes and turn on lights.
Straighten closets and open doors slightly.
Kitchen and bathrooms should shine, trash should be emptied and personal items should be put away.
Turn off television.
Play soft music on the radio/stereo.
Keep pets out of the way and pet areas clean and odor-free.
Secure jewelry, cash, prescription medication and other valuables.
Put laundry away.
Keep the temperature comfortable.
A crackling fire in the fireplace is appropriate on a cool winter day.