Outdoors
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Spruce
up your
garden
and
lawn;
trim
shrubbery
and
replace
dead
plants. |
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Yard and
patio
should
be neat;
outdoor
furniture
should
be clean
and in
good
shape. |
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Clean or
paint
your
front
door -
remember
first
impressions
last the
longest! |
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Manicure
your
front
yard;
make
sure
your
driveway
and
entryway
are free
of
clutter. |
Exterior
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Check
that
house
numbers,
mailbox,
and
exterior
lighting
are all
in good
condition. |
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Touch up
with
fresh
paint as
needed. |
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Inspect
chimney
for
cracks
or
earthquake
damage. |
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Repair
loose
trim,
drain
pipes,
and
fencing. |
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Clean
stains
and
window
screens. |
Garage
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Remove
clutter
and tidy
up the
shelves. |
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Clean
the
floor. |
Living
Areas
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Apply
fresh
paint as
needed...
think
about
brightening
your
interiors
with
neutral-toned
paint. |
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Clean
draperies
and
carpets. |
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Replace
burnt
out
light
bulbs. |
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Clean
the
fireplace
and
remove
smoke
stains
from the
wall and
mantle. |
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Kitchen
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Sinks,
appliances,
and
counter
tops
should
sparkle;
remove
any
clutter. |
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Wax the
floor. |
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Clean
the
oven,
range,
and
other
appliances. |
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Clean
tile and
grout;
replace
if
necessary. |
Bathrooms
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Clean
mirrors,
glass,
chrome,
and
porcelain
surfaces. |
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Replace
shower
curtain
if
necessary. |
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Fix any
faucet
drips or
leaks. |
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Clean
grout
and
caulking;
replace
if
necessary. |
Closets
|
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Doors
and
drawers
should
open and
close
easily. |
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>>> |
Remove
clutter;
tidy up
shelves
and
racks. |
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Shoes
and
clothes
should
be
neatly
arranged. |
Overall
|
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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. |
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Clean
your
furnace
and
water
heater
so
buyers
know
they are
looking
at a
house
that has
been
well
maintained.
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