Tips for getting your house ready to sell!
First impressions mean everything so make it count! The better your house looks the more apt you are for your home to move more quickly and closer to your asking price! Below are some tips that might expedite the sell of your home and put a little extra money in your pocket:Curb your house!
• Cut the grass and think green! Water!
• Weed the lawn.
• Add some color, plant flowers around walk way or around the porch
• Check the foundation, steps, walkways, walls and patios for cracks and crumbling.
• Peeling paint? Paint it!
• Clean and align gutters.
• Clean chimney
• Repair and replace loose or damaged roof shingles.
• Repair and repaint loose siding and caulking. .
• Re-seal an asphalt driveway.
• Keep your garage door closed.
• Avoid the “Sanford and Son” look. Store junk cars or RV’s elsewhere if possible.
• A fresh coat of paint on the front door can never hurt
Inside:
• Clean every room inside and out
• Should the need arise, hire a cleaning service
• De clutter. This will make your home appear more spacious and allow buyers to
visualize their own items. If need be, have a yard sale!
• Paint. Should you think need to wash your walls, don’t! Paint! Think neutral colors.
• Checking for cracks, leaks and signs of dampness in the attic and basement.
• Repairing cracks, holes or damage to plaster, wallboard, wallpaper, paint, and
tiles.
• Inspecting and repairing the plumbing, heating, cooling, and alarm systems.
• Don’t be a drip. Take the time to repair the faucets.
• Love your kitchen! Sometimes it’s the little things that count so investing in new
cabinet knobs, drapes or fresh paint could be sure to woo a buyer’s heart.
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