chance of selling your property quickly, and at a price that will earn you even more money than had you not made the expenditures in both time and funds. BASIC RULES FOR GETTING YOUR HOUSE READY TO SELL The most important aspect of getting your house ready to sell lies in removing all distractions that may prevent the home shopper from imagining themselves living in each space of your house. These basic concepts are involved in a well-staged-for- sale home. Get it cleaned and keep it cleaned. “Sparkling,” “pristine,” and “just like new” should describe the condition of your house. It shouldn’t be ten years since the outside of the second-floor windows were washed. Floors should look brand new. This is often achievable (and only feasible) by employing a cleaning crew’s services. It’s even considered a good investment to have your cleaning team in weekly to inspect and freshen while your home is for sale. Your windows, chimneys, shutters, and other places should be professionally cleaned outside and inside the home. Power wash the home if needed. Aroma. Most of us love the smell of fresh baked cookies or apple pie. We do not like the smell of seafood or strong spices when we come into a house. Make sure your house always smells fresh and clean. You never know when someone would like to come see your home. Make sure your garbage and recycle bins are empty and out of sight. I buy the trash can liners that have a nice aroma. If you have a garbage disposal, you can add ice cubes and cut up a lemon to clean it. It will add a fresh, clean smell. Fix or replace broken or worn-out items. A cracked tile or a dripping faucet will send a wrong impression to prospective buyers, that the home has been neglected. Replacing or getting
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