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Checklist for Faster Sales
Curb Appeal:
Keep the lawn mowed and weeded
Edge gardens and walkways
Sweep walkways and driveway; remove branches, hoses or toys
Add color and fill in bare spots with plantings
Remove mildew or moss from walls or walks with bleach or other cleaner
Take stains off your driveway with cleanser or kitty litter
Neatly stack any firewood
Clean and repair the patio and deck areas
Remove any outdoor furniture which is in poor repair
Make sure the pool and spa are fresh and clean
Check for flat-fitting roof shingles
Replace broken windows or torn screens; check for good solid caulking
Hose off exterior wood and trim, replace damaged bricks or wood
Touch up exterior paint, repair gutters and eaves
Paint the front door and mailbox
Add a new front door mat; consider a seasonal door decoration
Polish brass hardware on the front door, outside light fixtures, etc.
Make sure the doorbell is in good working order
General Interior:
Add a fresh coat of interior paint in a light, neutral color
Shampoo carpeting, replace if necessary
Clean and wax hardwood floors, refinish if necessary
Clean and shine kitchen and bathroom floors
Wash all windows, vacuum blinds, wash windowsills
Clean out the fireplace
Organize closets; pack-away clothes and items you don't need now
Remove extra furniture, worn rugs, and items you don't use
Keep papers, toys, etc. picked up - especially on stairways
Repair loose door knobs, cracked molding and leaking taps and toilets
Check for squeaky doors and closet or screen doors that are off the tracks
Secure all medications, jewelry, cash and other valuables
Living Room:
Make it cozy and inviting, remove worn furniture, rugs or accessories
Dining Room:
Polish any displayed silver and crystal
Set the table for a formal dinner to show-off this area
The Kitchen:
Make sure appliances are spotless inside and out
All appliances should be in perfect working order
Clean the top of the refrigerator and the under-sink areas
Wax or sponge-coat floor for bright shine, clean baseboards
Unclutter all counter space, remove countertop appliances
Organize items inside cabinets; pre-pack things you won't need before moving
The Bathrooms:
Make sure tile, fixtures and shower doors are clean and shining
Replace any loose caulking or grout
Make sure lighting is bright, but not harsh
Master Bedroom:
Organize furnishings to create a spacious look
Present well-defined sitting, sleeping, and dressing areas
Remove any un-needed furniture... make it look big
The Garage:
Sell, give away, or throw out unnecessary items
Consider renting a storage area if necessary
Clean oil or stains from cement floors
Provide good overhead lighting
Organize, and tidy-up storage or work areas
The Attic:
Change the furnace filter(s)
Discard or pre-pack un-needed items
Make sure air vents are in working order
Provide good overhead lighting
Sweep if needed
Call DFW Texas Homes to get started with the Sale of your Home! 817-903-2221
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