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You're
relocating and now it's time to sell your current home.
To make a successful sale you must prepare your porperty
for the market. Creating a positive first impression
can make the difference between finding the right buyer
and showing your home to many browsers.
There
are a wide variety of things you can do to improve your
home's appeal. Before showing your property you should
look at your home through a buyer's eyes. Often when
homeowners see their own home they fail to notice inherent
flaws or imperfections. By looking as objectively as
possible at your property, you can decide what improvements
need to be made to attain the maximum impact. Some times
the smallest improvements can make a significant difference
in a potential buyer's perception of your home. Just
as a director carefully stages a play to make a desired
impression, so must your home be properly staged for
sale.
Following
these tips will help your house look its best for buyer's
showings and open houses. Keep in mind, a potential
buyer's first impression is usually the most important
and lasting one.
Basement,
Attic, Garage
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Clean out the clutter |
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• Keep stairways and entryways well lit |
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• Keep basements bright with new paint or
lighting |
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Ventilate or dehumidify |
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Repair cracked floors and walls |
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Stack items against the walls |
Kitchen
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To brighten, paint cabinets and put up new curtains. |
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Remove any appliances from your counters. |
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Leave a delicious smell in the kitchen |
Bathroom
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Repair any dripping facuets |
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Keep fresh towels in the bathroom |
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Remove stains from toilets, bathroobs and sinks |
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Keep sinks and mirrors shining |
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Unclog sinks and bathtubs |
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Use a deodorizer in the bathroom area |
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Replace old caulking around the bathtubs |
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