The following checklist will help you prepare your home for the sale once you and you Realtor® have set a fair market price.
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Presale Preparation: |
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Self Inspection for Conditions Conducive to Infestation : Visual inspection of wood to earth contact, excessive cellulose debris, faulty grades, excessive moisture
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Wood Destroying Organism Report : Test for existence or absence of wood destroying organisms or pests t include subterranean termites, dry wood termites, carpenter ants, bees, and wood destroying fungus |
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Home Warranty : Insure the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing parts and systems |
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Home Inspection : Test for functionality, safety and livability of house |
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Pre-Showing Tips: |
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Curb Appeal: |
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Cut grass, shape shrubs
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Clear walkways of debris |
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Clean gutters |
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Paint window casings/shutters |
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Kitchen: |
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Paint walls and update curtains
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Clean stove, floors, windows, cabinets |
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Clean ventilating hood |
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Clean and remove clutter from countertops |
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Avoid leaving dirty dishes in the sink/dishwasher |
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Bathroom: |
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Repair any dripping faucets
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Remove stains from toilets, sinks, bathtubs/showers |
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Unclog any slow drains |
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Living Areas: |
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Repair all cracks or visible seams in the wall
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Make sure windows open and close |
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Check ceiling for leak or stains |
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Clean/vacuum floors |
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Use air freshener to eliminate odors |
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Fix any doors or sliding glass doors that stick |
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Garage: |
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Dispose of anything you are not using |
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Box up everything you won't need until you move |
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Make certain that the garage opener is in good working condition |
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Showing/Open House: |
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Brighten each room-open drapes/shades |
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Turn off radios and TVs |
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Take pets outdoors |
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Let the realtor show your house since the salesperson knows the buyer's needs and can better highlight the features of your home to match those needs |
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If your Realtor® is holding an open house, take your family away for the day |
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