The Crucial First
Impression
The front of your home is the first thing
a prospective buyer sees, make sure it is
presentable. The lawn should be freshly cut,
the walkway swept and any lawn equipment or
yours should be put away. |
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Let There Be Light
Light can make a room look bigger, and it
makes your home more inviting to a prospective
buyer. Make sure to pull back the drapes during
the day, and turn on the lights in the evening. |
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Lefty Loosey, Righty
Tighty
Fix those loose doorknobs, hinges, and sticking
windows. These minor repairs may not guarantee
a sale, but leaving them untouched will not
help one. |
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Go With The Flow
Homebuyers are watchful for rusty pipes and
leaky faucets. Call the plumber for an inspection
to make sure everything. |
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Add Some Flair
Do some last minute decorating. Just adding
a few small paintings, some colorful throw
pillows, or a unique light fixture can breathe
new life into a room. |
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Turn The Volume Down
Be sure to shut off the television, radio,
dishwasher, etc. before your house is shown
so the Realtor will not have to talk over
them. |
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Show By Appointment
Only
Your job is to make sure the house is ready
to show. Your Realtor will schedule all showings,
including those from other real estate agencies. |
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This Isn't A Yard
Sale
Do not try to sell the prospective buyer your
furniture, appliances, or garden tools. That
can be negotiated after the sale. |
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Small Investments
Create Big Payoffs
Worn down wood and faded walls can be healed
inexpensively with a few cans of paint and a couple
rolls of wallpaper. It will give your home a newer
shine that can wow a buyer.
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Spring Clean In Any Season
Do a thorough cleaning of the entire
home, including the attic, closets, and storage
areas. Neat and clean areas create the illusion
of a bigger space and are more pleasing for
a prospective buyer to view. |
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Safety First
Be sure to keep staircases and hallways
free of clutter, as this can be unsightly
and dangerous. |
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Your Bath Should Make A Splash
Scour bathroom sinks and bowls, replace
cracked tiles, recaulk where needed and make
sure towels are clean and folded neatly. |
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Keep Your Distance
Try to be out of the house when it
is being shown. If you do stay home, let the
Realtor do their job; stay in the background
and try not to distract the tour. |
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Pet Peeves
Try to keep pets and children out
of sight. Kids can be distracting and the
prospective buyer may not be fond of animals. |
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Do Not Say You Are Sorry
Buyers are only human. They will
understand some dust here and there, but do
not point it out to them. The Realtor will
accentuate the positive, not the negative. |
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Leave It To The Pro's
Your Realtor is well-trained and
qualified for their position. Let them handle
the topics of selling price, terms and conditions,
date of closing, etc. They will negotiate
on your best behalf. |
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Preparation Is Key
Be sure to leave your home in good
condition each morning becuase it may need
to be shown on the turn of a dime. |
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