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Showing
& Preparing Your Home Don't Panic: You come first. This is your home, you have your Life to live, do the best you can and then don't worry. First Impressions: An inviting exterior
insures inspection of the interior. Keep your lawn trimmed and edged,
flowerbeds cultivated, the yard free and clear of refuse. Winter lawn,
especially in front, is a big asset. Decorate For A Quick Sale: Faded walls and worn
woodwork reduce desire. Do not tell the prospect how the place can be made
to look, show them by making it look great. A quicker sale at a higher
price will result. A Clean Home Is A Happy Home: Bright, cheery windows and
unmarred walls will assist your sale. Fix That Faucet: Dripping water discolors the enamel and
calls attention to faulty plumbing. A Day With The Carpenter: Loose doorknobs, sticking
drawers and warped Cabinet doors are noticed by the prospect. Have them
fixed. Closet illusions: Clothes properly hung, shoes, hats and other articles neatly placed, will make your closets appear adequate. Pack and store excess items. Dear To Her Heart Is The Kitchen: Colorful curtains in
harmony with the floor and Counter tops add appeal for the lady of the
house. Keep oven clean - it often gets inspected. Check And Re-Check Your Bathroom: Bright and clean bathrooms sell many homes. Keep toilet lids down. For The Rest of Your Life:
Bedrooms are always important features. Arrange them to feel spacious and
clean. The Brighter The Better: Illumination is a welcome
sign. For after-dark inspections, turn on your lights from the front porch
in and throughout. The prospect will feel a glowing warmth; otherwise
impossible to attain. Also turn on lights in the daytime for rooms that
are not so bright. Three's A Crowd: When a Realtor and the prospect arrive
you should greet them courteously, then disappear. Children and pets
should be kept clear. Don't volunteer any comment unless asked. Remember
the prospect is there to vie~ the home. Shut off the Television: The radio or TV can
distract from your home. Let the agent and the buyer talk free of any
disturbances. Love Me, Love My Dog: This does not apply in
house selling. Keep pets out of the way, preferably out of the house. Be Aware of Odors: People will linger in a
fresh, pleasant smelling home. Stale air, or bad odors, make them want to
get out and can ruin the sale. Be It Ever So Humble: Please don't apologize for
appearance of your home. After all, it is lived in. Let the agent answer
any objections that are raised. A Word To The Wise: Do not discuss price,
terms, possession or other factors with the customers. Refer them to us.
As a seller, most anything you say could compromise your position. As a
third party, a Realtor can better bring the negotiation to a favorable
conclusion. Caution: We ask that you show your house to prospective customers only when accompanied by a Licensed Realtor. Copyright © 1998-2006 Chris Mattix All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission is prohibited.
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