Selling your property requires some pre-selling prep work so that you will offer the very best impression upon the first showing!

Below are some tasks you may want to consider doing prior to the first showing. Please be advised that some of these suggestions may not apply to your property.

EXTERIOR:

___Repaint Siding
___Repaint or touch up trim
___Repair/repaint gutters & downspouts
___Repair/repaint fences
___Seal driveway
___Remove oil stains from garage floor
___Wash all windows
___Remove all screens (windows look cleaner)
___Trim trees, hedges & shrubbery
___Weed and feed lawn
___Remove all clutter (garden tools, toys, etc)
___Put garbage cans in garage
___Close garage door
___Park your cars down the street so buyers may find parking

ENTRANCEWAY:

___Check working order of doorbell & exterior light
___Replace welcome mat
___Repair/repaint storm door and/or front door
___Clear interior of all clutter
___Clear and clean-out front hall closet

LIVING/DINING/FAMILY/BEDROOMS:

___Repaint or touch up walls & ceilings
___Repair/replace old moldings
___Shampoo carpet and/or wash & wax floors
___Remove excess or unattractive furniture
___Clean curtains, shutters, blinds, window treatments
___Clean fireplace, mantle, shelving
___Set the Dining Room table
___Replace old bedspreads
___Keep everything light, neutral & airy
___Make all beds

KITCHEN & BATHROOMS:

___Clean or replace faucets & fixtures
___Repaint or re-paper walls
___Thoroughly clean range/oven, refrigerator & appliances
___Clear out and clean cabinets, drawers & medicine cabinets
___Remove all clutter from countertops
___Clean or replace curtains
___Grout tubs and showers
___Replace old toilet seats & shower curtains

GENERAL:

___Replace burned-out light bulbs
___Turn on most, if not all, of the lights
___Open shades & curtains
___Put soft music on your stereo at all times
___Ensure a pleasant smell throughout the house
___Clear cobwebs from corners & doorways
___Wash light switches, handrails and doorknobs
___Clear and clean all closets
___"Welcoming" touches: potted plants, flowers, guest towels
___Keep house at comfortable temperature always
___Provide any relevant warranty information