Real Estate Guide

Preparing Your Home for Showing

With buyers, first impressions count.  A small investment in time and money will give your home an edge over other listings in the area when the time comes to show it to a prospective buyer.

Here are some suggestions that will help you get top market value:
General Maintenance	Curb Appeal
Oil squeaky doors Tighten doorknobs Replace burned out lights Clean and repair windows Touch up chipped paint Repair cracked plaster Repair leaking taps and toilets	Cut Lawns Trim shrubs and lawns Weed and edge gardens Pick up any litter Clear walk and driveway of leaves Repair gutters and eaves Touch up exterior paint
The Buying Atmosphere	Spic and Span
Be absent during showings Turn on all lights Light fireplace Open drapes in the day time Play quiet background music Keep pets outdoors	Shampoo carpets Clean washer, dryer, and tubs Clean furnace Clean fridge and stove Clean and freshen bathrooms
The First Impression	The Spacious Look
Clean and tidy entrance Functional doorbell Polish door hardware	Clear stairs and halls Store excess furniture Clear counters and stove Make closets neat and tidy

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