| General
Impressions |
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House exterior is in good repair |
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Garage is clean and in good
order |
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Any broken windows are replaced
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Gutters, downspouts, and soffits
are in good repair
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| First
Impressions |
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Lawns are cut, leaves are
raked, shrubs and hedges trimmed, flower beds
and gardens are well kept
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Sidewalks and driveways are
clear with snow and ice removed if needed
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Front door and porch are clean
and freshly painted
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Interior—General
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Clean or newly painted walls
make the best impression
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Doors should not “drag” on
the floor when opened |
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All lights should be working
with the maximum wattage used for each fixture and
turned on, even for a daylight showing |
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Drapes or blinds should be
open |
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Carpets, floors, hallways,
and stairs should be clean and clear
|
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Box up as many seldom used
items that you can, rent a storage locker if necessary,
and make each room, closet, and storage area as
uncluttered as possible
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| Kitchen |
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Counter tops clean and cleared
of most unnecessary items, yet not stark |
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Small appliances stored |
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Major appliances clean and
refrigerator front uncluttered |
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Sinks clean and clear of dishes |
| Bathrooms |
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Counter tops clean and clear
of clutter |
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Mirrors clean and polished |
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Fixtures in good repair and
clean in appearance |
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Towels clean and matching |
| A
Home That Welcomes Buyers has |
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All lights turned on, even
during a daytime showing |
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No hint of odors that may offend |
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Comfortable temperature in
any season |
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Background music playing softly |
There
are three reasons a property sells: