Preparing Your Property for Sale
With buyers, first impressions count. A small investment in time and money will give your home an edge over other listings in the area when the time comes to show it to a prospective buyer.
General Maintenance
- Oil squeaky doors
- Tighten doorknobs
- Replace burned out lights
- Clean and repair windows
- Touch up chipped paint
- Repair cracked plaster
Curb Appeal
- Cut lawn
- Trim shrubs and plants
- Weed and edge gardens
- Pick up any litter
- Clear walk and driveway
- Repair gutters and eaves
- Touch-up exterior paint
Spic and Span
- Shampoo carpets
- Clean washer, dryer, and tubs
- Clean fridge and stove
- Clean furnace
- Clean and freshen bathrooms
- Keep pets outdoors
The Buying Atmosphere
- Be absent during showings
- Turn on all lights
- Light fireplace
- Open drapes during the day
- Play quiet background music
The Spacious Look
- Clear stairs and halls
- Store excess furniture
- Clear counters and stove
- Make closets neat and tidy
The First Impression
- Clean and tidy entrance
- Functional doorbell
- Polish door hardware
Contact our team at Justin Havre at eXp Realty, to learn more about preparing your property for sale in Calgary.