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that look their best sell faster, and usually for every dollar that they're
worth. A little improvement in the appearance of your home can go a long
way toward impressing prospective buyers. The following suggestions will
enable you to show your home at its best.
Showing Your House
• Open curtains and blinds during the day; keep lights on at night.
• Have the heat or air conditioning at a comfortable level.
• Keep children and pets from distracting buyers.
• Open shower curtains to make smaller bathrooms look larger.
• Remain in the background, or, if possible, be absent when the
agent shows your home. Some buyers feel uncomfortable going through a
home when the owner is present.
• Give the house a "homey" feel by having some fresh bread
or a batch of cookies baking in the oven. The aroma also will carry over
into other rooms.
Preparing Your House
• Repaint the home's interior and exterior areas, if needed.
• Repair or replace broken features such as steps, windows screens,
etc.
• Be sure the faucets, drains, light switches, etc. are working
properly.
• Clean the interior of the house.
• Arrange the furniture in an appealing fashion.
• Clean out closets and make sure the home is free from unnecessary
clutter.
• Tidy and manicure the lawn and yard.
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