Little Improvements = Big Return

At The Front Door
– Clean porch and foyer
– Ensure door bell 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

Maintenance
– Repair leaking taps and toilets
– Clean furnace and filters
– Tighten door knobs and latches
– Repair cracked plaster
– Apply fresh coat of paint or touch up
– Clean and repair windows
– Repair seals around tubs and basins
– Replace defective light bulbs
– Oil squeaking doors
– Repair squeaking floor boards

Exterior Appearance
– 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 

Create Space
– Clear halls and stairs of clutter
– Store surplus furniture
– Clear kitchen counter and stove top
– Clear closets of unnecessary clothing and stuff
– Remove empty boxes and containers
– Put away personal photos so buyers can envision the house as theirs

Keep your home 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