TIPS FOR SELLING YOUR HOME

Curb Appeal
Clean and tidy entrance
Polish front door hardware
Cut lawns
Trim shrubs
Weed and edge gardens and lawn
Pick up any litter
Clean and clear walk and driveway of leaves/snow/debris
Repair gutters and eaves
Clean out garage
Touch up exterior paint

General Maintenance
Make sure doorbell is functional
Oil squeaky door hinges
Tighten loose door knobs and light switch plates
Replace burned out lights
Repair windows
Touch up chipped paint
Repair cracked plaster
Repair leaking faucets and toilets
Repair seals on tub and basin

The Spacious look
Store excess furniture to make rooms appear more spacious
Clear out closets of excess stored items to make them appear more spacious
Clean stairs and hallways
Clear counters and storage areas of clutter
Removing clutter makes your home more appealing, and is an inexpensive way to make your home more sellable.

Clean and Polished
Shampoo carpets
Clean washer/dryer and laundry tubs
Clean exterior of furnace
Dust furniture
Clean refrigerator, stove and dishwasher
Clean and freshen bathrooms
Wash all windows

Just before showing your home
Turn on ALL lights
Light fireplace in winter
Open drapes
Dust and vacuum thoroughly
Use a clean smelling air freshener or light a few scented candles
Play quiet background music
Keep pets outdoors/out of sight
Make sure temperature in your home is at a comfortable setting