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Buyers love light! Clean the windows and have all the blinds open to let in as much light as possible. Leave a light ton in each room when there is a showing so that agents and buyers can easily and safely navigate the unit. Be sure to replace any burned out light bulbs.
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If your house/condo needs painting, now is the time to have it done. This is probably the best return on investment (ROI) you can get.
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If your carpet or flooring is dated or worn, replace it! If it needs cleaning, have it professionally cleaned.
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Make sure all your doors and cabinet doors close properly.
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Clean and polish all mirrors and bath and kitchen fixtures.
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Clean and spruce up all rooms, furnishings, floors, walls, and ceilings. It’s especially important that the bathroom and kitchen are spotless.
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Remove clutter and de-personalize by removing all but a few family photos.
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Organize closets. If you tend to have too much “stuff,” consider packing it and moving it to a storage area while your house/condo is on the market. When it sells, you’ll be one step ahead in your packing chores.
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Make sure all the appliances are clean—inside and out—and are in good working order.
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Fix leaky faucets and “running” toilets.
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Make sure the house/condo smells great.
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Keep valuables out of sight, locked away, or removed entirely.
Whether it be house or condo, getting your home ready for sale isn’t an easy process—I know and understand this. I’ve been a seller many times. Your efforts upfront, however, will really pay big dividends in the end. Homes that show the best (and are of course priced right) always sell faster and for more money than others that aren’t show-ready. I’m happy to go through your home with you and give you all the advice you need to make sure it shows at its very best! Just call me (Sherry) at the office at (508) 620-0671 or on my cell at (508) 864-4344.
By Linda Strenck, November 2017