Preparing Your House for Sale!

A Real Estate Agent...
Downsizing Diva has helped a number of my clients and their families prepare for the sale and subsequent move from a family home. She does this with the probity of a United nations diplomat and the patience of Job. With many seniors, she takes a seemingly overwhelming task and holds their hands through to the satisfactory conclusion. She becomes a member of the family.

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You only have one chance to make a good first impression and this is especially true when selling your house!

If you want to sell your house quickly for the best possible price, get your whole family involved. Take a tour of your house - as if you were looking at it for the very first time and create your "to do" list.

These questions will get you started...

Outside

Is the house welcoming and well-maintained?
Are cars, bikes, tools out of sight?
Can a car be parked in the garage?
Does the doorbell and front light work?

Inside

Do walls and ceilings need painting?
Can furniture be removed to make the house look bigger?
Are all shiny surfaces shining?
Are all curtains in good repair and clean?
Do floor coverings add/detract?
Are storage systems adequate, but not overloaded?
Is the kitchen spotless and uncluttered?
Does it look like there is enough cupboard space?
Do bathrooms sparkle?
Are there cobwebs or "dust bunnies" in the corners?
Is the "lower level" attractive? Is the attic accessible?
Pets? Does the house pass the "sniff" test?

When you're getting your house ready to sell, remember, you're selling your HOUSE, not your STUFF! Reduce, reuse and recycle! Edit more and pack less!

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