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FIRST IMPRESSIONS
ARE IMPORTANT
Remember, when a buyer comes
to look at your home, the first thing they see is your front
door! Be sure that it is clean and inviting. Be sure your lawn
and landscaping is well manicured and trim looking, and your
yard is free of refuse and leaves. If it's winter, remove ice
and snow from walk and steps. Buyers will see the true appeal
of your home first.
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WHAT YOU SHOW IS
WHAT YOU GET!
Faded walls and worn woodwork will reduce the look of your
home. Why try to tell a buyer how your home could look... when
you can show him hoe great it does look? Want a quicker sale
at a higher price? Invest in some minor redecoration like
wallpaper in the kitchen or bathroom. It will pay dividends
for you.
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LET THE SUN SHINE IN
Open those drapes and curtains all the way, so the buyer can
see how bright and cheerful your home is.
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FIX THE LEAKY FAUCET
Dripping water discolors
sinks and suggests faulty or worn out plumbing. A little
effort now will pay off later.
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LITTLE THINGS MEAN A
LOT
Take a few minutes to check
to be sure that your doors don't stick or have loose knobs on
them. Don't forget windows and cabinet drawers. Taking care of
minor details now will keep your home's value.
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SAFETY FIRST AND
ALWAYS!
Keep all visitors safe by
making sure stairways are clear and clean. Take care of those
slippery area rugs and low-hanging lights to avoid injuries
around your home.
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FROM TOP TO BOTTOM
Display your attic, basement,
and other utility space (including crawl spaces) by removing
all unnecessary articles. A coat of paint can do wonders if
your basement is dark and dreary.
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BIG CLOSETS!
Make them look bigger by
having them neat and well organized to show that your home has
ample storage space.
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BATHROOMS SELL HOMES
Make your bathroom sparkle!
Check and repair any damage or discolored caulking in the
bathtubs and showers, and be sure that the towels and area
rugs are bright.
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BEDROOMS SHOULDN'T
SLEEP!
Keep these rooms bright and
cheerful. Remove any excess furniture and be sure and use
attractive and colorful bedspreads, and fresh curtains.
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SHINE ON!
Your home's illumination can
be a welcome sign to that prospective buyer! Turn on all of
your outside and inside lights when showing your home at night
and they'll feel a glowing warmth.
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TWO'S A COUPLE AND
THREE'S A CROWD
Don't have to many people
present during a home inspection. Buyers could feel
uncomfortable and want to hurry through your house.
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MUSIC SOOTHES THE
SAVAGE BEAST
But not the buyer. When
showing your home, turn off that blaring radio or television.
A quiet atmosphere will let your agent and
buyer talk more freely.
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CURB YOUR DOG!
A dog is "man's best friend,"
but not when showing your home. Keep all pets out of the way
and not underfoot.
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SILENCE IS GOLDEN!
Be courteous and friendly,
but don't try to force conversation with a potential buyer.
Let them view your home without distraction.
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BE IT EVER SO HUMBLE
There's no place like home.
Never apologize for the appearance of your home. If any
objections or derogatory comments are offered, let the
experienced agent answer them - that is their
job.
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STAY IN THE
BACKGROUND
Your agent
knows the buyer's needs and desires and can better emphasize
the virtues of your home when you're not "tagging along." If
there are any questions, I will call you.
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DON'T PUT THE CART
BEFORE THE HORSE
Trying to sell to the buyer
any of the furniture or furnishings which you're not taking
with you, before they've purchased your home, can often lose
the sale. . .so "cool it."
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A WORD-TO-THE-WISE
Let your
agent discuss the selling price, terms, possession and other
factors with the buyer. They've been trained and have
experience, so let them bring your negotiations to a
satisfactory conclusion.
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GO AHEAD AND USE OUR
AGENT
We recommend that we show your home to buyers only by
appointment through our office. This will help us make the
sale more quickly and easily. You'll appreciate our results. |
