Outside street view:
First impressions count. If you have limited energy spend it here. Make it look brand new.
Fresh exterior paint especially the front door and entry. Pressure wash sidewalks and
driveways. Edge walks, fertilize the lawn and weed. Flowers go a long way.Kitchen:
Sparkling clean of course. Commonly missed items are stains inside the dishwasher and
range exhaust hood. Increase appearance of roominess by storing all but necessary
countertop appliances.
Bathrooms:
Lenders will require bathrooms be
completely functional and no repairs needed. Repairs should be completed before they play
a role in time on the market and the buyer’s offering price. Remove soap residue from
tub surrounds and shower doors and railings. Chlorine will often clean grout stains and
naval jelly will remove those annoying rust stains.
Pet Odor:
Your home should not reveal that pets live with you. If steam cleaning will not remove
odor you may need to re-carpet. |
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What about as-is?
Yes, many homes are sold in varying degrees of as-is. The seller needs to disclose all
known flaws. Some buyers are
looking for this type of home. The price will reflect the time, money and hassle to
repair. The sharper the property the more buyers.
Most lenders won't finance a
property with serious flaws.
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Back Yard:
Apartment dwellers may be yearning for their own back yard. Help them visualize their
family enjoying your clean lawn furniture, clean sidewalks and patio. Trim foliage,
fertilize grass, edge, paint decks. Remove all debris.Miscellaneous Inside:
Drapery should be clean and rods need to be secure and operable. If you are replacing
broken vinyl flooring, for visual continuity one pattern should never abut a different
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Miscellaneous:
Your windows should be crack free and clean inside and out. Repair screens or remove them.
Hedges should be trimmed back from windows to bring maximum light to the inside of the
home. Those pesky patio covers need to be cleaned.Closets, garage and storage: Buyers are likely looking for
more room and storage is often high on that list. You can visually enlarge your closets
and garage and other storage areas by removing clutter, to a mini-warehouse if necessary. |
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Mechanical:
Your doorbell must work properly and be clean. Your locks need to work perfectly.
Furnace and hot water tank areas should be as clean as your kitchen. Repair plumbing leaks
and restore to original condition.Roof:
Lenders typically require five years
remaining roof life. Clean or replace gutters. If needed, replace roof before it’s
age plays a role in time on the market and the buyers offering price. |
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