Posted on May 26, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 20: The Back Yard
What you can accomplish in the back yard will depend on what time of year you sell. If you’re selling in the spring/summer: clean up the gardens, trim the trees, cut the grass, stain the deck and clean the patio furniture and...
Posted on May 25, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 21: Get the Carpets Cleaned or Replaced
Unless your carpets are brand new, you’ll want to have them steam cleaned (or do it yourself). You’ll be amazed at what a difference it makes. What condition is your carpet in? What colour...
Posted on May 25, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 19: Focus on the Front Yard
Curb appeal matters and will significantly impact people’s first impression of your house. Stand on your street and take in your front yard: what do you see? At a minimum, clean the scuff marks off the front...
Posted on May 23, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 17: Repair What You’ve Been Avoiding
We all have that list of never-never repairs and fixes. Now’s the time to get to it, including fixing the leaky faucet, the picture holes in the wall, etc. and get it done once and for all. If you aren...
Posted on May 22, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 18: Get the Windows & Gutters Cleaned
I know, you probably don’t even think about cleaning your windows, but rain, snow and construction can really make your windows dirty – and bright is better. Also clogged gutters can be a...
Posted on May 22, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 16: Paint Touch-ups and Re-painting
A fresh coat of paint is one of the cheapest ways to freshen up your home. Bold colours are bound to be a turn-off to some Buyers, so to appeal to the most people as possible take the time to re-paint that red bedroom...
Posted on May 21, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 15: Hire Your Realtor
If you haven’t already hired someone, today is the day. A REALTOR will likely need two weeks to schedule and prepare the marketing. Check out our website: An experienced listing agent will also guide you through the home...
Posted on May 20, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Tip 14: Depersonalize
You want your house or condo to appeal to as many Buyers as possible, and that will only happen if they can picture their own stuff in your house. Get rid of all the family photos, the collections and the souvenirs from your...
Posted on May 19, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 13: The Entrance
Remember that most Buyers will have an emotional reaction to your home within 15 seconds of entering it, so what they experience at the entrance is CRITICAL. You want your entrance to be clean, de-cluttered and inviting. And...
Posted on May 18, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 12: Store vs. Donate vs. Throw Away
It’s a pain (and expensive) to store all the stuff you don’t really need. Call the Clothesline program for pick up of unwanted items that are still in decent repair. It not only gets rid of...
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