The Foundation For Your Future
What should I do to prepare to sell?
When preparing your home for the market keep in mind that a first impression is very important. It is good to keep things tidy and neat when your property is going to be available for show. Make sure things are put in the proper place and eliminate clutter. Below are some other things you may want to check off as you prepare for the market.
PAINTING - Inspect interior walls, trim, and exterior including gutters, trim, windows ect.. Touch up or put a fresh coat on to ensure that your home creates a good impression.
CURB APPEAL - Check out your homes curb appeal. Make sure grass is cut and shrubs are trimmed. Pick up trash, and debris including limbs. Keep flower beds weeded. Store all lawn equipment and toys in garage or out of sight.
FENCE - Repair loose boards or replace sections if needed. Having a fenced yard is a nice feature if it's in good shape but can be a turn off if it is more of an eyesore.
GARAGE - Make sure garage door is operating properly. Keep items in garage neat and organized. This will make the garage appear more spacious and show buyers that you take care of your things.
DRIVEWAY, PORCHES, AND PATIOS - Clean grease spots, and check for cracked places. Patch or seal where needed. Park vehicles behind home when home is being shown to free up driveway.
HVAC, APPLIANCES, FIREPLACE - Make sure all items are in working condition. Have items serviced and cleaned if needed. Appliances should be clean and refrigerator neat.
ROOF AND GUTTERS - Check for loose shingles, leaks and repair where needed. Make sure gutters are cleaned and draining correctly.
WALLS , WINDOWS AND DOORS - Inspect wallpapered walls to make sure it is not pealing. Make sure all doors are clean and hardware is clean. Also be sure to clean windows, drapes, blinds and screens. Check windows to be sure they open , shut and lock easily.
CARPETS AND FLOOR COVERINGS - Have carpets steam cleaned and repair any damaged tile.
ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING - Be sure switches and outlets are working. Label Fuse box or Breaker Box. Repair in leaks in plumbing and tighten toilets and faucets if needed.
KITCHEN - Keep the kitchen as neat and clean as possible when showing. This is one of the most used rooms in the house. Check drawers and cabinets for loose knobs and sticky drawers. Organize cabinets and clean exhaust fan and hood.
BATHROOMS - Bathrooms are the other most used rooms. They must be kept clean. Drains must be clear of clogs and stains removed. Keep laundry picked up and organize cabinets. Clean the mirrors, tile, curtains, ect.
POOLS, SPAS, and SPRINKLER SYTEMS - Pools and spas should be sparkling clean. Chemicals need to be stored. Sprinkles need to be checked for loose heads and make sure they have complete coverage of the lawn.
ENTRANCES - Check doorbells and make sure entrances are clear and clean.