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SELLER CHECKLIST
You can significantly influence the selling price of your property by preparing before putting it on the market. Here are some suggestions to improve a buyer's first impression of your home. Print this out and use it as a reference.
Kitchen
Paint or wallpaper walls and ceiling with light color
Wash or replace curtains
Neatly display dishes in cabinets
Clean out refrigerator and wash interior
Empty dishwasher and clean around controls
Check operation of all appliances
Arrange and clean food storage areas
Clean cabinets and appliances
Clear clutter from counter tops
Check to see that drawers/doors open easily
Clean floor
Living, Family, Dining Rooms
Repaint or touch up walls, ceiling and trim
Checks carpet
Clean and wax hardwood and vinyl floors
Repair or replace damaged moulding
Bedrooms
Clear all bedroom furniture
Clean Beds and bedspread
Rounded carpet
Clean out all closets
Repaint or touch up walls, ceiling
Put away all clothing
Bathrooms
White floor
Paint or wallpaper using light colors
Scrub tile, bleach, and repair grout
Clean out medicine cabinet
Seal around tubs and showers
Replace old toilet seats
Replace shower window curtains
Put out a set of color coordinated bath linens
Check to see that drawers/doors open easily
Laundry
Check operation of appliances
Clean all appliances
Clean and organize laundry area
Provide adequate light to area
Garage
Check operation of wall sockets
Remove oil and grease from floor
Clean and organize storage
Maintain noisy garage door opener
General
Remove cobwebs from ceilings and corners
Remove paint splash on floor and cabinets
Clean and polish door hardware and handrails
Clean wall switches and outlet covers
Clean and tidy basement and attic storage
Add plants and flowers throughout the house |
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