Seller - Home Prep Checklist
Curb Appeal Equals More $$$ - Work Outdoors
Small improvements can increase your home's value by thousands of dollars. Consider
the following:
- Plant grass and flowers, trim shrubs and trees, and edge -- improve general appearance
- Clean windows and gutters
- Pressure wash siding and decks if needed
- Touch up paint even if only on front facing side
Stage Your Home - Indoor Checklist
Buying a home is an emotional experience - engage those senses. Lighting is important
- draw curtains, clean windows, open blinds and drapes, and change light bulbs. Set a
welcoming mood in your home.
- Remove clutter
- Countertops should be clean and clear
- Remove art and reminder collection from refrigerator
- Depersonalize the house - don't overload your buyer with your family pictures. Let
them imagine their own in your home.
- Walls should be clean and free of damage. Consider painting dingy walls.
- Carpet and area rugs should be clean and free of stains.
- If you have pets, remove signs of pets.
- Open draperies and blinds.
- Turn on lights.
- Fluff up pillows on couches and beds.
- Set the dining room or kitchen table if you have particularly nice linen or china.
- Turn on the radio to a classical music station, set the volume on low.
- Use subtle welcoming aromas - how about baked cookies. :)
- Keep pets out of sight.
- Leave the house when being shown so prospective buyers and their realtors are free to
discuss your house.