Selling Tips
The following tips will make it easier to prepare your property to sell.
Outdoors
- Keep lawn neat and mowed.
- Replace dead plants and keep shrubs pruned.
- Keep driveway and steps clear of debris.
- Apply fresh paint as needed, and replace damaged bricks or wood siding.
- Repair any cracked or broken windows and replace old or torn screen doors.
- Be sure the faucets and sprinkler systems are in good working order.
- If you have a pool or spa, be sure it sparkles.
- Keep the patio area neat and yard furniture in good repair.
Garage
- Remove all unnecessary items.
- Clean the floor and tidy the shelves.
Baths
- Check caulking around tubs and showers.
- Replace or clean shower curtain.
- Repair leaking faucets, and replace tile and grout if needed.
Closets
- Be sure light works and clothes are neatly hung.
- Shoes or other loose items should be stored in boxes and neatly arranged on shelves.
Kitchens
- Replace counter tile or grout as needed.
- Clean the oven and wax the floor.
- Be sure sinks are clean.
Living Areas
- Be sure drapes and carpets are clean.
- Apply paint as needed.
- Be sure all electrical systems and plumbing are in working order.
- Replace light bulbs as needed.
- Clean windows inside and out.