PREP THE EXTERIOR:
Keeping the lawn manicured and watered regularly
Trimming hedges, weeding flower beds and pruning trees regularly
Checking the foundation, steps, walkways, walls, and patios for cracks and crumbling
Inspecting doors and windows for peeling paint
Cleaning and aligning gutters
Inspecting and clearing the chimney
Repairing and replacing loose or damaged roof shingles
Repairing and repainting loose siding and caulking
Keeping walks neatly cleared of ice and snow in the winter
Adding colorful annuals near the front entrance in spring and summer
Re-sealing an asphalt driveway
Keeping your garage door closed
Applying a fresh coat of paint to the front door
PREP THE INTERIOR:
Cleaning every room and removing clutter. This alone will make your house appear larger and brighter
Hiring a professional cleaning service every few weeks while the house is on the market
Removing items from kitchen counters and closets.
Removing all personal photos from the walls, and patch the holes where they removed
Re-surfacing soiled or strongly colored walls with a neutral shade, such as off-white or beige, and applying the same color scheme to the carpets and flooring
Checking and repairing cracks, leaks and signs of dampness in the attic and basement
Repairing holes or damaged plaster, wallpaper, paint and tiles
Replacing broken or cracked window panes, molding or other woodwork.
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