Selling Tips

First Impressions Make a Difference

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 lights work 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.