Selling/Preparing Your Home
These guides do not intend to solicit property currently listed for sale. (Broker & Realtor does not guarantee the accuracy concerning the conditions and features of any property.)

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 to top market value:

General Maintenance
Oil squeaky doors
Tighten doorknobs
Replace burned out lights
Clean and repair windows
Touch up chipped paint
Repair cracked plaster
Repair leaking tabs and toilets

Curb Appeal
Cut lawns
Trim shrubs and lawns
Weed and edge gardens
Pick up any litter
Clear walk and driveway of leaves
Repair gutters and eaves
Touch up exterior paint

Spic and Span
Shampoo carpets
Clean washer, dryer, and tubs
Clean furnace
Clean fridge and stove
Clean and freshen bathrooms

The Buying Atmosphere
Be absent during showings
Turn on all lights
Open drapes in the day time
Play quiet background music
Keep pets outdoors

The First Impression
Clean and tidy entrance
Functional doorbell
Polish door hardware

The Spacious Look
Clear stairs and halls
Store excess furniture
Clear counters and stove
Make closets neat and tidy

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Dori Palima is not responsible for errors or ommissions. It is always best to consider dealing with a professional who specializes in your concerned subject.