Preparing To Sell

The Exterior

Obviously the outside of your home is the first thing buyers see. Make a good first impression. Step back and take an objective look at the exterior of your home. How can you make it more attractive? As your Agent, I will be able to help you with tips and suggestions. Walking through your home with you, I can help you prepare a list of things to work on. Each home is unique of course. I know what Buyers are looking for and what helps a home improve for visual presentation and resale value. Review the suggestions listed below:

Keep the lawn cut and the shrubs well trimmed.

Remove dead tree limbs and other yard debris.

Enliven your landscape with fresh plantings of shrubs or flowers.

Arrange outdoor items neatly; put away lawn equiptment.

Check siding, trim and doors (especially the front door) for dirt and peeling paint; wash or touch up with paint where needed.

Repair or replace loose or damaged roof shingles or flashing.

Clean and repair broken windows or screens.

Clean gutters and downspouts.

Wash the driveway and sidewalk; patch holes.

Clean and neatly arrange the garage or shed.

Make sure grills, childrens toys, or other outdoor items are put away.

Make sure the entry light and doorbell work. (If a repair is needed on anything listed, fix the entire defect so it will not cause a distraction.)

In the Winter, make sure all snow is removed from the sidewalk, steps and porch especially. We certainly would not want to have anyone getting hurt on the property.

The Interior

Wash walls, ceiling and trim; if possible, paint with light neutral colors.

Repair cracks in plaster.

Tighten loose doorknobs, pull on drawers and cabinets, towel racks, switch plates and outlet covers. Fix sticking doors and windows, squeaking doors and loose stair banisters.

Repair and clean caulking around tubs and sinks. Fix leaky faucets; remove water stains.

Organize the basement and attic so that they appear as spacious and neat as possible. Discard anything you are not taking with you.

Organize closets and remove clutter; limit the number of items stored overhead or on the floor.

Organize the contents of the kitchen cabinets and remove clutter from kitchen countertops.

Launder draperies, blinds and curtains if necessary.

Shampoo carpets and wax floors.

If you have not sprayed or bombed for bugs lately, now is a good time.

Arrange furniture so that the room appears as spacious as possible.

Remove items you are planning to take with you, including chandeliers, coordinating drapes mirrors, etc.

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