First Impressions count with buyers. A small investment in time and money will give your home an edge over other listings in the area when the time comes to show it to a prospective buyer.
Here are some suggestions that will help you get top market value.
1. General maintenance
- Oil squeaky doors
- Tighten doorknobs
- Replace burned out lights
- Clean and repair windows
- Touch up chipped paint
- Repair cracked plaster
- Repair leaking taps and toilets
- High pressure clean of driveway, garage
2. Street appeal
- Cut lawns and trim shrubs
- Weed and edge gardens
- Pick up any rubbish
- Clear walkway and driveway for leaves
- Repair gutters and eaves
- Touch up exterior paint
3. The spacious look
- Clear stairs and halls
- Store excess furniture
- Clear bench tops and stove
- Make cupboards neat and tidy
4. Spic and span
- Shampoo carpets
- Clean washer, dryer and tubs
- Clean fireplace
- Clean fridge and stove
- Clean and freshen bathroom
5. Buying atmosphere
- Be absent during showings
- Turn on all lights
- Light fireplace/ air conditioner
- Open drapes in the day time
- Play quiet background music
- Keep pets secure outside
6. First impressions
- Clean and tidy entrance
- Functional doorbell
- Polish door hardware
- No pets inside
- No smoking