Suggestions to help make a house sell faster
What is the buyer´s first impression of the exterior of the house? What can I do to improve it?
§ Paint exterior as necessary
§ Pay extra attention to the front door area. No cracking or peeling paint.
§ Repair gutters and downspouts; clean out leaves
§ Remove any litter and garbage cans
§ Clear walk and driveway of leaves, snow, ice and toys
§ Clean and repair windows and screens
§ Clean outdoor furniture
§ Weed and edge gardens. Add fresh mulch. Keep landscaping in tip-top shape
§ Prune bushes and trees. Keep plants and trees from covering windows. Clear sweet gum balls and limbs.
§ Remove all dead trees and plants
§ Repair and paint fence if necessary
§ Cracks in driveway? If it´s blacktop, have it resealed
§ Replace door mats with new ones
§ Seasonal flowers at front entrance
What is the buyer´s first impression as they step inside my house? What can I do to improve it?
§ Make sure it´s spic and span
§ Paint rooms using neutral colors
§ Clean and tidy entrance
§ Repair cracked plaster
§ Oil squeaky doors
§ Replace burned out lights
§ Repair leaky toilets and faucets
§ Touch up or repair cabinets
§ Clear counters of clutter
§ Clean out drawers, cabinets and pantry
§ Clean appliances
§ Clear refrigerator of magnets, pictures, messages, etc.
§ Shampoo or replace carpets
§ Remove all clutter from the bathroom countertops, tubs, showers and toilet.
§ A good mildew remover and new grout will take care of unsightly tile
§ Add a few decorative towels
§ Clean and freshen bathrooms
§ Clean garage and basement storage area
§ Keep closets neat and tidy
§ Store excess furniture
§ Remove and pack away personal art, posters and photo´s; allow potential buyer´s to visualize their own belongings in the house
Create an appealing atmosphere
- Be absent during showings
- Turn on all lights
- Turn the television off
- Have a few flowers or greenery in the house
- Light Fireplace (weather permitting)
- Open all drapes and blinds during the day
- Play quiet background music
- Keep pets under control at all times
- Place setting at dining room table
- Use an air freshener
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