Preparing Your Home
With buyers, first impressions count. A small investment in time and money will give your home an edge over other listings in the area when the time comes to show it to a prospective buyer.
Here are some suggestions that will help you to get top market value:
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General Maintenance |
Curb Appeal |
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Oil squeaky doors |
Cut lawn |
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Tighten doorknobs |
Trim shrubs |
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Replace burnt out bulbs |
Weed and edge gardens |
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Clean and repair windows |
Pick up trash and debris |
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Touch up paint |
Clear walkway and drive |
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Repair any walls |
Repair gutters and eaves |
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Repair toilet leaks |
Touch up exterior paint |
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Freshen Up |
The Buying Atmosphere |
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Shampoo carpets |
Be absent during showings |
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Clean washer, dryer and tubs |
Turn on all lights |
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Clean furnace |
Light fireplace |
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Clean refrigerator and stove |
Open the drapes (Daytime) |
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Clean and freshen bathrooms |
Play soft background music |
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Keep pets outdoors |
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The First Impression |
The Spacious Look |
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Clean and tidy entrance |
Clear stairs and halls |
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Functional doorbell |
Store excess furniture |
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Polish door hardware |
Clear counters and stove |
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Make closets neat and tidy |
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