CLEAN! If you are not into cleaning- consider hiring a professional during the time you have your house listed.
Have a bowl of fresh fruit or fresh flowers displayed. Candies or mints left on the counter as a thank-you can make a big impact.
In the kitchen clear out any dishes, all counters and work tops.
Remove all appliances and place away if out on countertops etc.
Please remove magnets and personal photos from refrigerator.
In bathrooms coordinate towels to one or two colors only. Buy a new shower curtain and a new clean bath mat, if needed.
Never lay a rug over carpeting; clean throw rugs are a must, if totally necessary.
No treadmills or exercise equipment out. (Such as in the dining room etc…)
Remove traces of pets such as hair, droppings & smells.
Sweep patios, decking, pathways etc.
Clear out any leaves, sticks, garbage and clutter.
Make sure you fix all small repairs, including leaky faucets, squeaky doors, and loose door handles.
Clear yard and decks of all small items. Such as small planter pots, Charcoal, barbecues, toys. Etc.
Make sure all light bulbs are working.
Glass, clean it before each showing. (Also if you are in need of new lighting fixtures, buy them. Remember the front door is your showcase.)
At the average home, so let’s make yours a show stopper! Also, remember, it is not going to be your home anymore and should be marketed as a product.
P.S you should be able to have your house ready within an hour of the call for A showing.
Here's what we go through with you.......Prepare your home for a perfect showing:
Front Yard:
Driveway:
Garage:
Front Door Area:
Foyer:
Living Room:
Great Room:
Dining Room:
Kitchen:
Mud Room:
Laundry:
Baths:
Upper-
Lower-
Owners Bedroom and
Office or den:
Entertainment room:
Other bedrooms:
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Basement:
Backyard, Deck, Patio:
MISC: