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Outdoors
- Spruce up your garden and lawn; trim
shrubbery and replace dead plants.
- Yard and patio should be neat; outdoor
furniture should be clean and in good shape.
- Clean or paint your front door - remember
first impressions last the longest!
- Manicure your front yard; make sure your
driveway and entryway are free of clutter.
Exterior
- Check that house numbers, mailbox and
exterior lighting are all in good condition.
- Touch up with fresh paint as needed.
- Inspect chimney for cracks or earthquake
damage.
- Repair loose trim, drain pipes and
fencing.
- Clean stains and window
screens.
Garage
- Remove clutter and tidy up the shelves.
- Clean the floor.
Living
Areas
- Apply fresh paint as needed… Think about
brightening your interiors with neutral-toned paint.
- Clean draperies and carpets.
- Replace burned out light bulbs.
- Clean the fireplace and remove smoke
stains from the wall and mantle.
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Kitchen
- Sinks, appliances and counter tops should
sparkle; remove any clutter.
- Wax the floor.
- Clean the oven, range and other
appliances.
- Clean tile and grout; replace if
necessary.
Bathrooms
- Clean mirrors, glass, chrome and porcelain
surfaces.
- Replace shower curtain if necessary.
- Fix any faucet drips or leaks.
- Clean grout and caulking; replace if
necessary.
Closets
- Doors and drawers should open and close
easily.
- Remove clutter; tidy up shelves and racks.
- Shoes and clothes should be neatly
arranged.
Overall
- Check the basics around the house. It
takes just a minute to check all doors, windows and cabinets to make
sure they don't stick, squeak or are too loose.
- Clean your furnace and water heater so
buyers know they are looking at a house that has been well
maintained.
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