Things to Think About
- What is the buyer’s first impression of the exterior of the house?
- Should I re-seed the lawn and get my landscaping in top shape?
- Does the house or any part need painting?
- What about door mats? Do I need to replace them?
- What about the windows? Are they clean? How about the screens? Any holes?
- What is the buyer’s first impression as they step in the house?
- Are my pets in control at all times?
- Does the carpet need cleaning or replacement?
- Are all the cabinets in good working order?
- Can I take Items out of the cabinets to make them look more spacious?
- Is there any furniture that can be stored to make the rooms look larger?
- Since all buyers want to look in closets, can I take some of the clothes out to make them look roomier?
- Are the garbage and storage areas as clean and neat as they should be?
- Should I stay out of a prospective buyer’s way?
- Is the price and terms offered going to appeal to most of the buying public in my price range?
- Do I need to be aware of other houses similar to mine also being offered for sale?