Below is short list of items to assist you with preparing your home for the market:
- Home Inspections: Consider have a certified home inspector visit your property for a full home inspection. This report can be a good indicator of trouble areas at your property, that can be addressed before a potential buyer views your home. If you have big-ticket items, that you do not wish to address immediately, an estimate in hand, will help guide you during the negotiation period.
- Water & Air Quality Tests: A certified home inspector can also perform a water quality and quantity test as well as radon air test. These tests will again be a good indicator of what is at the property and needing mitigation. Find out how much it will cost to mitigate such issues.
- Clean and De-clutter: Upon opening the door, a potential buyer is either sold or turned away by the first impression. Remove personal items such as pictures and wall hangings and consider boxing up unused items and store them in the basement or garage.
- Warranties and Manuals: Gather warranties and manuals for major appliances, such as washer/dryer, furnace, heat stoves, garage door openers, solar panels.
- Curb Appeal: Standing at the foot of your driveway, take note of your curb appeal. What is your first impression? Is the driveway clean and free of debris? Is the walkway visible? Do the shrubs need trimming? Is there a fresh coat of paint on the front door? Would a perspective buyer be attracted to the home?
To have one of our home experts visit your property for prepping your home for sale, contact us at 207-701-5600 or info@catesre.com