Small Upgrades…
BIG Return
A FEW DOLLARS WELL SPENT CAN EARN BACK TWICE AS MUCH!
It's always a good idea to spruce up the exterior and interior of your home before listing it for sale. But that doesn't mean you have to undertake major and/or expensive projects.
Joe DeLorenzo offers home sellers a list of specific modifications to make before listing their home for sale. And it is always the minimum needed for the maximum return. After all, if you wanted to undertake a large-scale project, you probably wouldn't be selling!
Below are some simple steps to increase your home's perceived value and make a great first impression. Not all of the items on the list will apply to you, but you can get Joe's personal opinion about YOUR home. Click the link below for a professional opinion of what it takes to sell your home and to get it SOLD!
Exterior Apperarance
Keep lawns cut
Trim hedges and shrubs
Weed and edge gardens
Clear driveway and clean up oil spills
Clean out garage
Power wash
Touch up paint
Plant colorful, inexpensive flowers in pots if necessary
At The Front Door
Clean porch and foyer
Ensure the doorbell works
Repair any broken screens
Fresh paint or varnish front door
Repair door locks and key access
Create A Buying Mood
Make sure your home smells fresh and clean
Turn on lights
Turn on air conditioner/heater
Open the drapes
Light the fireplace
Create Space
Clear halls and stairs of clutter
Store surplus furniture
Clear kitchen counter and stovetop
Clear closets of unnecessary clothing and stuff
Remove empty boxes and containers
Put away personal photos so buyers can envision the house as theirs
Maintenance
Repair leaking taps and toilets
Clean furnace and filters
Tighten door knobs and latches
Repair cracked plaster
Apply a fresh coat of paint or touch up where necessary
Clean and repair windows
Repair seals around tubs and basins
Replace defective light bulbs
Oil squeaking doors
Repair squeaking floorboards
Squeaky Clean
Clean and freshen bathrooms
Clean fridge and stove (in and out)
Clean around heating vents
Clean washer and dryer
Clean carpets, drapes and window blinds
Eliminate pet odors and stains
Click on the link to send an email to Joe D "The Dean" of Sellmyhome101 and you will be contacted to arrange a preview of your home. (when the email pops up just hit send).
