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Follow this check list of helpful hints to make your home easier to
sell, these are some general things to keep in mind:
First impressions are lasting. The front door should be fresh and clean,
and the yard should be neat and cleard of any toys or debris.
Make certain that your home is clean and appealing. If the walls look
dingy, paint or re-paper them.
Fix any dripping faucets. They discolor sinks and add to your plumbing
repair bills.
Fix any loose knobs, sticking doors, windows, and drawers. Failure
to do so may be interpreted as a sign of neglect.
Bathrooms are a selling point: make certain that everything is shining.
Clean and repair bathtub and basin caulking. Clothing and personal items
should be put away.
Make certain the kitchen and all appliances are spotless.
Cluttered rooms look smaller than they are; remove excess furniture.
Closets and storage areas can look larger by disposing of items you
don't need and storing the rest neatly. Clearing them out now will also
help you when you move!
If paint on the exterior trim is peeling, it's time to get out the
paint brush.
Once you get everything in shape, here are some
additional points for showing your home:
Before the prospective buyer arrives, create a cheerful atmosphere by
opening drapes and curtains. Make certain the temperature is comfortable
throughout your home.
Avoid having too may people present. Please leave while the house is
being shown, otherwise potential buyers may feel like intruders and
hurry through.
Pets, even well behaved, are best absent from your home or in a pet
carrier while your home is being shown.
Soft background music may be acceptable, but turn off blaring stereos,
radio and televisions. They can only impede discussions.
Is all this effort worth-while? Simply consider that you are competing
for the buyer's attention with other families who also are selling their
homes at the same time. Time and effort invested to make certain that
your home is shown in its best light will not only give you a competitive
edge, but will also help you get the best price for your home.
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