PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR THE MARKET

First impressions are lasting impressions when it comes to showing your home. You won’t get a second chance to show case the positive features of your home to a buyer. A small investment of your time and money now can make a huge difference in how your home positions itself with the competing homes For Sale in your market place. Here are some suggestions to help get you started.

CLEANLINESS

• Clean the carpets and floors
• Clean the windows and blinds
• Clean the kitchen – top to bottom!
• Clean the bathrooms
• Clean the bedrooms
• Clean the front and back entry

DO YOUR HOME WORK

• Change the furnace filter
• Replace any burned out light bulbs
• Fix leaking faucets
• Fix loose handles and door knobs
• Touch up chipped paint
• Re-seal bathtub grouting

HOME APPEAL

• Trim lawn, hedges and gardens
• Power wash the side walk and driveway
• Power wash any mildew / moss from siding
• Brush away any spider webs
• Touch up the front door. Add a Welcome mat
• Repair leaking eaves troughs & down spouts

DE-CLUTTER FOR MORE SPACE

• Pack up excess Knick knacks
• Clear out the front hall and linen closets
• Try for 5 – 5 pieces of furniture per room
• Store seldom used appliances
• Trim clothes closets to maximize space
• Make the most of your storage spaces

CREATE A MARVELLOUS MOOD

• Arrange to take the children and pets out during the showing
• Turn on all the lights
• Open the Blinds and drapes. Let the light in!
• Light the fireplace
• Play quiet background music, turn the TV OFF
• Fresh candle or baking aromas add a welcoming touch.