Selling Your Home
Preparing your house for sale...
A house with impressive "Curb Appeal" could say buy me to that client
that drives up with the real estate agent to view it. Homes that "sparkle" sell faster than neighboring properties that are shabby and rundown. Properties with Pride of Ownership stand away from other competing "Homes for Sale"in the marketplace which represent a lack of care and maintenance.They sell faster and usually bring a much higher sales price. The perspective home buyer feels comfortable and is reassured in knowing that the home has been been maintained with love and should therefore result in fewer problems. It is important that you as a homeseller take the time and effort necessary to prepare your home for "visitors" for their first impression is most important and lasting. Remember that you only get one chance to make a first impression. A buyer relies heavily on the first few moments spent as a "visitor" in your home. The first few weeks of a listing are very important to you as a home seller and worth the preparation required to ready your house for sale.

Looking at your house through the buyers eyes - Does it say "Buy Me?

The "Curb Appeal" is the First Impression of your home
and the interior presentation is the Lasting impression...

Enhancing the Exterior:

* Keep the lawn looking it's best by cutting, edging and watering regularly
* Trim Shrubs, Trees, and add colorful flowers that are in season
* Remove debris in and around the yard.
* Repair any damaged roof shingles to prepare for a roof inspection
* Repair any peeling paint, including trim, front door, stucco or siding
* Remove any RVs or unsightly vehicles to give a feeling of spaciousness
* Reseal any cracks in driveway or walkways
* Check pool to make sure interior finish and all equipment is in good repair

Enhancing the Home's Interior:

* Do a thorough cleaning of all rooms, including basement, attic and garage
* Remove and store excess furniture to make the rooms appear larger
* Repair all interior walls and woodwork and repaint where needed.
* Replace any missing or broken tiles at bathroom, kitchen or floors
* Reglaze any broken window panes and replace missing or torn screens
* Update kitchen with as little outlay of cash as possible
* Repair or replace worn floor coverings using neutral colors
* Check mechanical systems - Plumbing, Electric, A/C, Heating

Now your Home says "Buy Me" ?