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As a homeowner you can
play an important part in the timely sale of your property. When you
take the following steps, you'll help your RE/MAX Sales Associate sell
your home faster, at the best possible price.
1. Make the Most of the First Impression.
A well-manicured lawn, neatly trimmed
shrubs and a clutter-free porch welcome prospects. So does a freshly
painted, or at least freshly scrubbed front door. If it's autumn, rake
the leaves. If it's winter, shovel the walkways. The fewer obstacles
between prospects and the true appeal of your home, the better.
2. Invest a few Hours for Future
Dividends.
Here's your chance to clean up in real estate. Clean up in
the living room, the bathroom, the kitchen. If your woodwork is scuffed
or the paint is fading, consider some minor redecoration. Fresh
wallpaper adds charm and value to your property. Prospects would rather
see how great your home really looks than hear how great it could look,
"with a little work."
3. Check Faucets and Bulbs.
Dripping water rattles the
nerves, discolors sinks and suggests faulty or worn-out plumbing. Burned
out bulbs leave prospects in the dark. Don't let little problems detract
from what's right with your home.
4. Don't Shut Out a Sale.
If cabinets or closet doors stick in your home, you can be
sure they will also stick in a prospect's mind. Don't try to explain
away sticky situations when you can easily plane them away. A little
effort on your part can smooth the way towards a closing.
5. Think Safety.
Homeowners learn to live with all kinds of self-set bobby traps:
roller skates on the stairs, festooned extension cords, slippery throw
rugs and hanging overhead lights. Make your residence as non-perilous
for uninitiated visitors.
6. Make Room for Space.
Remember, potential buyers are looking for more than just
comfortable living space. They're looking for storage space, too. Make
sure your attic and basement are clean and free of unnecessary items.
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