When you decide it is time to sell your home, you will be inviting prospective buyers to come in and look around. The condition and cleanliness of the entire property will be reflected in the price those buyers will be offering you.

     Getting your home ready for display doesn't have to be a time-consuming and expensive proposition. You can make a few minor adjustments, borrow some decorative items, if needed or if you do not have the time or energy consider hiring a cleaning service or handyman. It could actually save you time and money!

     As you go over this checklist, you can even consult with us about what the prospective buyers for your home would be looking for. This way we can establish a plan and concentrate on the things that will make a difference and find you the ready, willing and able buyer.

 Where do I Start????

     When you begin to prepare your home for showings to prospective buyers, it is a good idea to work from the outside-in. Remember "The First Impression Lasts a Long Time".

     It has been estimated that more than half of all homes sold are sold before the buyers even get out of their cars! Stand across the street from your home and take a nice, long look at the properties "CURB APPEAL". What do you see, and how can you improve the all-important First Impression? When you are ready, go over this checklist and you can even add some of your own ideas! We will cover six important steps to help you present your home to prospective buyers. Even if you can not cover all the steps, this list will give you the basic idea as to what buyers will be looking at, so you can prepare your home for that.......Ready, Willing and Able Buyer!!!

Key Steps

Un-cluttering makes any room feel larger and look cleaner. If your home is cluttered prospective buyers have trouble imagining themselves living in it. By removing the things you don't need you can create a roomy, comfortable feeling that will be inviting to prospective buyers. Remember- when in doubt, throw it out, or sell it, or give it away.

Cleaning makes your house easy for buyers to explore, and gives them the impression that it has been well cared for. not that it hasn't :-) Also make sure that every room smells as good as it looks. Pay more attention to pet areas, nurseries and bathrooms. Some fresh paint and even a one time professional cleaning service can make your house look like it is new again.

Repairing eliminates buyers objections before they arise. If you think something is too much trouble to fix, chances are the buyers will too. Buyers tend to think repairs will cost more than they actually do.

"Neutralizing" helps the buyers see their own furnishings in your home and pictures themselves living there. Neutral paint, decor and carpeting create a home for anyone's lifestyle. Eliminating distracting colors and accessories let buyers concentrate on positive impressions.

Customizing can make your home stand out. Since your home will be competing with many other homes on the market, you will need to make yours stand out from the rest. Look in magazines and catalogs for ideas. It does not have to be expensive, the smell from fresh flowers can truly be the finishing touch!