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First impressions really count with home buyers. A small investment in time and effort can provide a big advantage. Here are some suggestions for preparing your home for showings:
FIRST IMPRESSIONS:
Depending on the season:
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Lawns cut and raked, hedges and shrubs trimmed, gardens weeded and edged
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Leaves raked, walks swept, decks and patios cleared of leaves and debris
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Snow and ice cleared, walkways sanded or salted
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All seasonal outdoor lighting removed if no longer in season
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House exterior is in good repair
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House number easy to see
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Garage/Carport is clean and tidy
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Cracked or broken window panes replaced
AT THE FRONT DOOR
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Doorbell works
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Door hardware in good repair
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Porch and Foyer clean and tidy
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Front door in clean condition and good repair
INTERIOR MAINTENANCE
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Cracked plaster repaired
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Chipped paint touched up
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Door knobs and cupboard latches tight
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Furnance wiped down and cleaned
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Burned out light bulbs replaced
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Squeaky doors oiled
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No Clutter
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All personal photos hidden
BATHROOM
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Mirrors, fixtures and taps cleaned and polished
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Leaky taps and toilets repaired
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Seals around tubs and basins in good repair
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Inside of cupboards and cabinets clean and neat
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Towels clean and matching
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Clutter put away
KITCHEN
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Sinks and taps clean and polished
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Appliances cleaned
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Countertop clear and polished
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Inside of cupboards and cabinets clean and neat
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Small appliances put away
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Clutter put away
CREATING A BUYING ATMOSPHERE
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All lights turned on
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Air conditioner turned on in warm weather
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Fireplace lit in cool weather
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Closets neat and tidy
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Halls and stairs cleared of clutter
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Drapes opened during the daylight
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Background music playing quietly
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Carpets freshly vacuumed
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Fresh Flowers in various rooms
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Fresh air in house
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Clutter free theme
What should I do with my valuables?
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Jewelry and valuables should be locked away safely or taken with you
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Valuable property (such as art, vases, figurines, momentos etc) should be safely situation, out of reach or locked away
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All medication should be locked up and secured
I have a pet, what should I do with it?
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Pets should be contained or absent during the showing and all pet bowls, beds, toys should be cleaned up and out of the way
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