Do you want to give your home an edge over the competition? If so, you may want to consider investing a small amount of time and money to impress potential buyers. Review the tips below to see how:

General Maintenance
•Oil squeaky doors
•Tighten doorknobs
•Replace burned out lights
•Clean & repair windows
•Touch-up chipped paint
•Repair cracked plaster
•Repair leaking taps and toilets

Cleaning Tips
•Shampoo carpets
•Clean washer, dryer, and tubs
•Clean furnace
•Clean fridge and stove
•Clean and freshen bathrooms

The First Impression
•Clean and tidy entrance
•Make sure doorbell is functional
•Polish door hardware

Curb Appeal
•Cut lawn
•Trim shrubs & lawn
•Weed and edge gardens
•Pick up any litter
•Clear walk and driveway of leaves
•Repair gutters and eaves
•Touch up exterior paint

The Buying Atmosphere
•Be absent during showings
•Turn on all lights
•Light fireplace
•Open drapes in the daytime
•Play quiet background music
•Keep pets outdoors

The Spacious Look
•Clear stairs & halls
•Store excess furniture
•Clear counters & stove
•Make closets neat and tidy