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Helpful Hints in Selling Your Home
Make good first impressions. The grounds should be properly
maintained summer or winter. Have the lawn mowed and raked, shrubs
trimmed, driveway and sidewalks swept or shoveled clean and all debris
removed from property.
Arrange shades or drapes to give a maximum amount of light in dark rooms.
Replace all burned out light bulbs and repair faulty switches. Light
colors add cheerfulness to dark rooms, especially kitchens.
Badly cracked plaster, loose door knobs, crooked light fixtures are among
the small items than can be easily repaired. Small things sometimes
hinder a sale more than large repairs.
Display your storage and utility space by removing all unnecessary
accumulations in attic, stairways, basement and garage. They will
appear much larger than they actually are.
Correct faulty plumbing. Leaky faucets can discolor porcelain and
call attention to plumbing defects.
Minor redecorating is recommended, if needed, such as painting, rug
shampooing, etc. It will create a much more appealing appearance.
Keep radios and televisions off or turned down during the showing to
eliminate any possible distraction of the prospect.
If you have pets, it's recommended they be kept out of the way or out of
the house, if possible. Some people are uneasy around animals and
they may detract from the prospects attention.
Your home should be comfortably warm in cold weather and moderately cool
in hot weather, thru air conditioning if available, or any other
alternative measures.
Apologies should never be made for any adverse appearance of your home.
It only emphasizes the defects.
Buyers ask a great many questions of our representatives when being shown
through a home and most prefer to do this privacy. The inspection
should proceed without your immediate presence. The buyer usually
feels more relaxed. If you insist on being present, please don't
discuss terms, price, etc. The representative will handle these
details.
It is important to furnish your representative with accurate figures on
taxes, utilities and any recent improvements such as a new roof, driveway,
etc.
Always be prepared to show your property. If you delay a prospect,
it may lose you the sale. Your real estate agent will always arrange
appointments with you in advance.
Finally, may we remind you, all of our staff and years of experience are
available to furnish you expert advise on any problems or questions that
may arise.
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