Make Sure That Your Home Shows Well By Creating a Buying Mood

First Impression is Curb Appeal

• Trim trees, shrubs and hedges
• Cut lawn
• Weed and edge gardens
• Touch up paint
• Clear drive and walk ways of leaves, snow and ice
• Clean out garage and get rid of litter

Create That Buying Mood:

• Arrange to be absent during all showings
• Turn on all the lights
• Open draperies during the daytime
• Play soft background music
• Control your pets – empty litter box
• Ensure that your home smells fresh
• Turn on air conditioning when necessary
• Clean front entrance

Is Your Home Well Maintained?

• Is the paint fairly fresh and not dated looking?
• Replace burned out light bulbs
• Clean and repair windows
• Tighten door knobs and cupboard latches
• Clean furnace and humidifier
• Repairs seals around tub and sink
• Oil squeaking doors

Cleanliness

• Clean refrigerator, stove, microwave and dishwasher surfaces
• Clean washer, dryer and laundry sinks
• Clean and freshen bathrooms
• Wash floors
• Vacuum and shampoo carpets

Clear Space

• Clear kitchen and bathroom counters
• Clear bedroom cabinetry
• Store extra furniture and knickknacks
• Closets should be neat and tidy
• Store your photos and mementos away