5 Things To Do
Before Putting Your Home on the Market
1.
Have a pre-sale home inspection. Be
proactive by
arranging for a pre-sale home inspection. An inspector will be able to
give you
a good indication of the trouble areas that will stand out to potential
buyers,
and you’ll be able to make repairs before open houses begin.
2.
Organize and clean. Pare down clutter
and pack up your least-used
items, such as large blenders and other kitchen tools, out-of-season
clothes, toys,
and exercise equipment. Store items off-site or in boxes neatly
arranged in the
garage or basement. Clean the windows, carpets, walls, lighting
fixtures, and
baseboards to make the house shine.
3.
Get replacement estimates. Do you have
big-ticket items
that are worn our or will need to be replaced soon, such your roof or
carpeting? Get estimates on how much it would cost to replace them,
even if you
don’t plan to do it yourself. The figures will help buyers
determine if they
can afford the home, and will be handy when negotiations begin.
4.
Find your warranties. Gather up the
warranties, guarantees, and user
manuals for the furnace, washer and dryer, dishwasher, and any other
items that
will remain with the house.
5.
Spruce up the curb appeal. Pretend
you’re a buyer and
stand outside of your home. As you approach the front door, what is
your
impression of the property? Do the lawn and bushes look neatly
manicured? Is the
address clearly visible? Are pretty flowers or plants framing the
entrance? Is
the walkway free from cracks and impediments?
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