Maximizing First Impressions and Selling Your Home Faster
GENERAL EXTERIOR
- Mow, edge and fertilize lawn, trim hedges, weed and prune trees
- Keep garage door closed and driveway clean and free of parked cars
- Repair or replace loose or damaged roof tiles/shingles
- Minimize cracks on walkways, walls and steps
- Waste cans and sports equipment all add to a cluttered appearance
- Make sure from the street, your property appears clear
- Inspect window coverings from street
- Repair any cracks, peeling paint or loose caulking on windows and walls
- Take steps to eliminate insect or rodent pests
- Pick up after your pets or neighborhood animals
- Store tools and other equipment neatly in the garage
DOORWAY
- Apply a fresh coat of paint to the front door and frame/power wash
- Consider adding pots of flowering plants/mulch in the entryway
- eliminate cobwebs and clean doorway windows, porch light or decorative glass
- Add a doormat at the entrance if you do not have one already
INTERIOR APPEAL
- Make sure your home is clean and free of cobwebs
- Minimize family pictures, let them see it as their home
- Remove piles of papers and magazines from tables
- Clean Fireplace if applicable
- Open drapes and turn on all lights, make sure to turn blinds up to the sky
- Clear extra gadgets from all kitchen countertops
- Clear sink, stove and countertops of all dishes, pots and pans
- Remember doors will be opened, keep closets and cupboards neat and orderly
- Repair cracks, holes or damage to painted walls, wallpaper and tiles
- Bright rooms look bigger and neutral colors appeal to buyers
- Add fresh flowers, candles, fill candy dishes and make sure to get rid of any pet odors
- Make all beds, put clothes away, maintain clean bathrooms, and put away toilet brush
- Wash all windows inside and out as well as screens and tracks
- Remove and/or hide excess extensions cords and exposed wires
- HAVE A FAMILY “GAME PLAN” TO GET THE HOME IN ORDER QUICKLY IF NECESSARY “CODE RED” FOR SHOWING APPOINTMENTS