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Seller's Guide
Preparing
Your Home for Sale
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Remember: First
Impressions Are The Strongest !!
When little things that are
easily corrected are left undone, it's human nature to
wonder about the things that you can't see. In contrast,
when all the little cosmetic things are in great shape the
overall perception of your property is positive.
| Exterior |
Yes |
No |
Needs
Work |
| Does the
house need painting? |
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| Are there
any holes or cracks? |
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| Are the
walks and porches clean and in good repair? |
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| Does the
front of the home give a "Welcome"
appearance? |
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| Landscaping |
| Does the
yard look well maintained? |
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| Trees and
bushes trimmed? |
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| Lawn mowed
and edged? |
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| Is it free
of weeds? |
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| Are the
decks and patios clean? |
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| Roof |
| Does it
leak? |
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| Are any
shingles or tiles missing? |
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| Does it sag? |
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| Is the
chimney in good shape? |
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| Interior |
Yes |
No |
Needs
Work |
| Walls |
| Any cracks
or holes? |
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| Do they need
painting? |
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| What about
that wallpaper? |
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| Kitchen |
| Are
the appliances clean and in working order? |
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| Are
the cabinets in good condition and tidy? |
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| Are
the countertops in good condition? |
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| Is
the tile grout clean? |
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| Is
the sink stained, chipped, or in need of recaulking? |
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| Ceilings |
| Are there
any water stains? |
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| Cracked or
peeling? |
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| Do they need
painting? |
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| Carpets |
| Are they
clean? |
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| Worn? |
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| Do they need
stretching? |
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| Are there
spots or faded areas? |
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| Bathrooms |
| Do the
faucets shut off completely? |
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| Do the sinks
drain freely? |
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| Are the
toilets in good condition? |
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| Are the
shower doors shiny? |
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| Do the tubs
need caulking? |
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| Is the floor
in good condition? |
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| Are the
vanities and mirrors in good condition? |
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| Windows |
| Are the
drapes, shutters or shades working properly? |
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| Are they
clean and attractive? |
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| Are any
screens bent? |
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| Do the
windows open and close easily? |
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| Do you need
to replace the storm windows? |
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| Are the
windowsills clean? |
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| Is there any
rot or rust? |
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| Doors |
| Are they in
good condition? |
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| No sagging
or sticking? |
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| Do the locks
work? |
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| Is the paint
in good condition? |
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| Do the doors
seal tightly? |
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| Do you need
to replace the storm doors? |
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| Fireplace |
| Is it clean?
Is the screen in good shape? |
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| Does it make
an attractive display? |
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| Garage |
| Is it
organized? |
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| Is there
sufficient lighting? |
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| Is the floor
swept? |
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| Are there
oil spots or other stains on the concrete? |
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| Attic |
| Is it
organized? |
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| Is there
sufficient lighting? |
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| Is it clean? |
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| Are the
stairs in good repair? |
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| Do the doors
open and close easily? |
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| Are there
any signs of insects or rodents? |
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