Tips to Help You Sell Your Home Faster and For More Money

Outside

• Mow and water the lawn.
  
• Trim trees and plant flowers.
  
• Store all bikes, toys and equipment out of sight.
  
• Paint or touch-up the outside of the house.
  
• Put potted flowers in the front.
  

Inside

• Get rid of unnecessary furniture.
  
• Clean closets and clear off countertops.
  
• Scrub all tile floors.
  
• Clean all carpets.
  
• Clean all windows and mirrors.
  
• Clean stains in all sinks and tubs.
  

Fix-It

• Fix leaky faucets.
  
• Replace missing door or cabinet handles.
  
• Fix or replace broken appliances.
  
• Replace broken tiles in bathroom or kitchen.
  
• Paint if necessary.
  
• Discuss major repairs with your Sales Associate.
  

Freshen Up

• Stop smoking in the house.
  
• Bathe pets and clean out litter boxes.
  
• Empty all trash, recycle bins, etc.
  
• Dry-clean drapes and shampoo carpets.
  
• Use baking soda boxes in smell-prone areas.
  
• Place flowers, potpourri or air fresheners around the house.
  

Ask a "buyer"

• Invite a friend to walk through your home like a buyer would. Get their opinion on whether or not it's inviting, clean and well-maintained. Make any changes they suggest.