DRESS YOUR HOUSE TO SELL- HOW DOES MY HOME STAND UP TO THE COMPETITION?

Get the highest price for your home. Start by making sure it looks fantastic both inside and out. Use this checklist. It offers easy improvements that will make a lasting impression to a buyer. Pick the items that most apply to your particular home.

 

CURB APPEAL EXTERIOR

You Have 15 SECONDS TO MAKE AN IMPRESSION

Repaint or touch up trim

Repair/repaint gutters and downspouts. Repair/repaint fences

Remove oil stains from garage floor, paint the garage floor for an added WOW Factor

Wash all windows, make them sparkle

Remove all screens (windows look cleaner)

Trim trees, hedges, shrubs

Mow and edge the grass

Place fresh mulch in all your flowerbeds

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INTERIOR

-Entranceway 

Make sure doorbell works and is in good repair Exterior lights, replace any burned out bulbs

Replace welcome mat

Repair/repaint storm door and/or front door

Place a pot of flowers near the front door or in the landscaping to add color

Clear interior entry of all clutter and large furniture pieces that may not fit in the space

Clear and clean out front hall closet

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-In General

Replace burned-out light bulbs

Clear cobwebs and dead bugs from corners and doorways

Wash light switches, hand rails and doorknobs

Clear and clean all closets

Add “welcoming” touches: potted plants, dried flowers, guest towels

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-Living/Dining/Family/Bedrooms

Repaint or touch up walls and ceilings * Repair/replace old moldings  *Shampoo carpet and/or wash and wax floors * Remove excess or unattractive furniture * Clean curtains, shutters, blinds * Clean fireplace, mantle, shelving   *Replace old bedspreads

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-Kitchen/Baths

Clean or replace faucets and fixtures

Repaint or repaper walls

Thoroughly clean range/oven, refrigerator and other appliances

Clear out and clean cabinets, drawers and medicine chests

Remove clutter from countertops

Clean or replace curtains

Grout tubs and showers    

 

DRESS YOUR HOUSE TO SELL

How Does My Home Stand Up To The Competition?

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