A clean, neat home in need of few or no repairs will sell faster, and at a higher price, than one that is need of renovation. To give your home its best possible presentation, perform a mini-makeover before your home is shown to potential buyers. Then, do a final walk-through with Michelle to make sure no details have been overlooked. Here’s a list of tips that will help you make your home more attractive. Some of the items below will be part of a buyer’s inspection and may need to be repaired or replaced as part of the transaction. As your agent, I will discuss these important items with you.
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Repair and Cleaning Checklist:
Exterior: Yard: Decks/Patios: Front door: Windows: Entry: Kitchen: |
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Living room/dining room/family room: • Give the room a fresh coat of paint, if necessary. • Repair cracks and holes in ceiling and walls. • Make sure all wallpaper is secure. • Repaint any woodwork that is worn or chipped. • Clean draperies and blinds; open them to maximize light. • Make sure draperies and blinds open and close. • Wash windows. • Steam-clean carpets. Clean rugs and wood flooring and remove any stains or odors. • Position the furniture to showcase the size and space of the room. • Remove and replace any attached items, such as chandeliers and draperies, that you wish to move with you. • Put away toys and hobby supplies; remove extra magazines and books from tables. |
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Bathrooms: • Make sure sinks, tubs, showers and countertops are clean and free of stains. • Repair any leaky faucets. • Remove grout and soap stains from tile. • Replace any missing or cracked tiles or grout. • Make sure all joints are caulked. • Make sure all fixtures, including heat lamps and exhaust fans, are operating. • Install a new shower curtain. • Store all supplies like toilet paper, shampoo bottles and cleansers. Bedrooms: Basement: Tidy extras: |