Home Preparation Checklist
Go for the BEFORE and AFTER effect
Check out these Before and After pictures from www.stagedhomes.com to get an idea of how dramatic the difference can be.
There really isn't anything so special here except for decluttering. Barb Schwarz, founder of Staged Homes says, "if it is smaller than a basketball, pack it or sell it."
In today's buyers market, first impressions are more important than ever. It is absolutely vital that prospective buyers form a good opinion of your home from the moment they drive up. Homes that convey pride of ownership will sell more quickly and frequently receive the best offers.
Use this checklist to remind you of areas to look at and improve the appearance. Look at each one through the eyes of the buyer. What do you see?
Landscaping
Lawn _____________________________
Hedges / flowerbeds _____________________________
Fences / gates _____________________________
Walks / driveway _____________________________
Exterior
Paint _____________________________
Porches/decks _____________________________
Siding _____________________________
Front door _____________________________
Roof / gutters _____________________________
Entry, Living room, Dining room
Floors / carpeting _____________________________
Walls / ceilings _____________________________
Fireplace _____________________________
Window coverings _____________________________
Furniture arrangement _____________________________
Kitchen
Flooring _____________________________
Walls / ceiling _____________________________
Cabinets _____________________________
Countertops _____________________________
Appliances _____________________________
Sink / faucet _____________________________
Bathroom(s)
Tub / shower _____________________________
Sink / faucet _____________________________
Vanity _____________________________
Toilet _____________________________
Floor _____________________________
Walls / ceiling _____________________________
Bedrooms
Floor / carpeting _____________________________
Walls / ceiling _____________________________
Window coverings _____________________________
Closets _____________________________
Furniture arrangement _____________________________
Basement
Stairway / Handrails _____________________________
Floor _____________________________
Storage areas _____________________________
Finished area _____________________________
Garage
Door / opener _____________________________
Storage _____________________________
Floor _____________________________
General
Windows _____________________________
Doors _____________________________
Lights _____________________________
Cleanliness _____________________________
Odors _____________________________
Access _____________________________
Provided by:
Debra Gravelle
Moses Lake Realty Group
537 W. Broadway
Moses Lake, WA 98837
509-771-9099
http://www.grantcountyproperties.com
Certified Negotiation Expert
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