Preparing Your Home to Sell
1. A Good First Impression - Make sure your front door is fresh and clean. Keep your lawn
trimmed and free of refuse.
2. Decorate to Sell Quickly - A fresh coat of paint and new carpet in neutral colors will
greatly increase your chances of a quick sale.
3. Sunshine Welcomes - Open drapes and curtains to show how cheery your home can be.
4. Fix Those Faucets - Dripping water discolors sinks and suggets plumbing problems.
5. Repairs Make a Big Difference - Tarnished brass, loose knobs, sticking windows and other
minor flaws can detract from the value of your home.
6. Remove Clutter - Display the full value of your attic or utility space by removing clutter.
7. Safety First - Keep stairways and other traffic areas clear.
8. Create Spaciousness - Neat, well ordered closets show that space is ample.
9. Bathrooms Help Sell Homes - Check and repair caulking. Make this room sparkle!
10. Keep Bedrooms Simple - Remove excess furniture. Use attractive bedspreads and curtains.
11. Create Ambiance - Show the warmth of your home by turning on all of the lights for an
evening inspection.
12. Three's A Crowd - Avoid crowds during inspections. Crowds make prospects feel like
intruders.
13. Pets - Keep them out of the way, preferably our of the house.
14. Silence is Golden - Never apologize for the appearance of your home. Let your professional
Realtor answer any objections.
15. Stay In The Background - The Realtor knows the Buyer's requirements and can emphasize
the features of your home.
16. A Word To The Wise - Let Your Realtor discuss price and other factors. He/She specializes
in bringing negotiations to a favorable conclusion.
17. Use Your Agent - Show your home only by appointment through your agent.
