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Seller's 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.
General
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Remove clutter
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Remove cobwebs from ceilings and
corners
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Remove paint splash on floor and
cabinets
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Clean and polish door hardware and
handrails
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Clean wall switches and outlet
covers
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Clean and tidy basement and attic
storage
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Add plants and flowers throughout
the house
House Exterior
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Sealed driveway
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Weed-free driveway and walkways
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Healthy, weed-free, and trimmed lawn
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Trees and shrubs trimmed
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Wash front steps and porch
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Check front doorbell and bell light
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Clean or replace welcome mat
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Repair and repaint fences and gates
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Clean gutters and downspouts
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Clean or repaint siding
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Wash windows and screens
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Clean shutters
Living, Family, Dining Rooms
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Repaint or touch up
walls, ceiling and trim
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Repair or replace damaged molding
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Clean and wax hardwood and vinyl
floors
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Shampoo carpet
Bedrooms
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Repaint or touch up
walls, ceiling and trim
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Clean drapes and bedspread
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Shampoo carpet
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Clean out all closets
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Clear all bedroom furniture
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Put away all clothing
Bathrooms
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Paint or wallpaper
using light colors
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Scrub tile, bleach, and repair grout
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Check to see that drawers/doors open
easily
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Clean floor
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Clean out medicine cabinet
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Seal around tubs and showers
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Replace old toilet seats
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Replace shower window curtains
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Put out a set of color coordinated
bath linens
Kitchen
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Paint or wallpaper walls and ceiling
with light color
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Clean floor
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Clean cabinets and appliances
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Clean out refrigerator and wash
interior
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Empty dishwasher and clean around
controls
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Check operation of all appliances
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Arrange and clean food storage areas
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Clean out cabinets and drawers
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Neatly display dishes in cabinets
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Clear clutter from counter tops
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Check to see that drawers/doors open
easily
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Wash or replace curtains
Laundry
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Check operation of
appliances
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Clean all appliances
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Clean and organize laundry area
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Provide adequate light to
area
Garage
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Check operation of
wall sockets
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Remove oil and grease from floor
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Clean and organize storage
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Maintain noisy garage door opener
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