Banisters, railings and any other handles used to maneuver throughout your house should be secure. When someone new is walking up your stairs and they go to grab the handrail, it shouldn’t move with them. – excerpt from Show Well, Sell Well
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One Alarm Not to Disarm!
Your smoke alarms! Don’t ignore that annoying beeping of a dying battery. Don’t take the battery out. And don’t disassemble the alarm altogether. Whether it is replacing the battery, fixing the alarm or getting a new one, just do what it takes to get it…
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Light In; Everything Else Out!
What’s wrong with this picture? If you haven’t noticed, it’s the dead roach in the skylight! When prospective buyers are looking at your home they are looking everywhere – down, around and up. It’s important to keep skylights clean and clear of any debris or…
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Stand Up Straight
It applies to outdoor lights too!
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Go Neutral
Walls that have a strong patterns or designs can be overwhelming to some buyers. Ask your agent what is best to to do before showing your home. Real estate beige is a favorite neutral!
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Showstopper Smudges!
We all have a cabinet or closet that we open more than the others. Whether it’s opening the pantry or getting the plates, noticeable dirt builds up over time. This is an easy one to miss. But get a perspective buyer in your kitchen and…
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Change it Out
Even though people take their shower curtain and accessories when they move, prospective buyers still don’t want to see rust, dirt or tears. Time to get a new set if yours is looking similar to the ones in this picture. Keep it inexpensive and go…
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Don’t Have Drafty Ducts
Next time you have your AC serviced, make sure they check your ducts too. You don’t want to be cooling your attic or allowing anything other than air in them!
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Go All the Way!
“Did you remember to take out the trash?“ No one likes doing it, but it is a job that must be done, especially if you have a showing scheduled. PS This means taking it to the outside trash cans.