It is critical that buyers have a good first impression when arriving at your property. Although we will help you achieve this, here are some general guidelines.

Inside

GENERAL CONDITION

  • Dust
  • Wash
  • Paint
  • Fix defects as required

HARDWARE

  • Oil hinges
  • Tighten door knobs
  • Fix faucets

HALLS AND STAIRS

  • Remove any clutter
  • enhance the perception of space.

PLUMBING

  • Repair dripping faucets
  • Repair leaking toilets

HEATING AND COOLING

  • Clean exterior of unit and make sure it works properly

LIGHTS

  • Replace all burnt out bulbs
  • Replace all faulty switches

PROMOTE A FEELING OF SPACIOUSNESS

  • Store unneeded items and furniture to make your rooms feel and appear larger

HOME INSPECTION

  • A professional home inspector can provide you with an unbiased report on the condition of your home and how it will affect its sale

Outside

LAWNS & YARDS

  • Remove Clutter
  • Cut grass
  • Edge walks
  • Trim hedges
  • Weed gardens
  • Consider planting seasonal plantings

FRONT OF HOUSE

  • Paint, fix, or wash railings, steps, storms, screens and front door

OTHER EXTERIORS

  • Paint, fix, wash doors and windows. Be sure street number is clean and visible

GARAGE

  • Straighten up and paint, fix or wash doors and windows.

These Areas Are The Most Important

KITCHEN

  • Clear all workspace
  • Make sure stove, refrigerator and sink spotless

BATHROOM

  • Make sure bathrooms are neat, spotless & fresh
  • Repair missing grout around tub

CLOSETS

  • Declutter closets
  • Untidy, over-crowded closets suggest inadequate storage space.

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