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Specializing in homes in University City, Ballantyne and Lake Norman areas of Charlotte

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Getting Ready for Market

OUTSIDE

KITCHEN
  – Mow the lawn, and trim trees and shrubs away from the house. 
– Remove dead plants, flowers & shrubs.
– Put away tools, garbage cans, hoses, toys & building materials.
– Remove window screens while selling your home & keep windows clean.
– Check for broken roof shingles and clean out gutters.
– Seal or resurface driveway.
– Clear patios and decks of planters, flower pots, charcoal & barbecues.

– Dress up front yard shrubs & lamp posts with fresh mulch.

  – Repaint or refinish trim around windows and doors.
  – Clean the stove, oven, range hood and countertops. 
– Repair drippy faucets and squeaks or binds in cabinet drawers. Make sure cabinet hardware is also cleaned.
– Discard old food & leftovers from refrigerator.
– Remove messages, pictures and magnets from refrigerator.
– Clear small appliances, dish drainer and cookware from countertop.
  – Wipe down cabinets and clear out items under the sink.
   Other: ___________________________
   Other: ___________________________
FOYER
FAMILY ROOM
– Clean all light fixtures and replace with bright bulbs in the light fixtures.
-Turn on all the lights before a buyer arrives to show there is nothing to hide. 
– Roll up and remove small rugs.
– Fill the house with a fresh scent. Heat vanilla on the stove or bake a batch of cookies.
– Spotlessly clean woodwork & carpeting.
– Clear window ledges of all objects to give a nice glimpse inside & out.
– Repaint walls in a neutral color such as antique white.
Other: ______________________________
– Clean fireplace and remove any items in front of it.
– Replace carpet if it has a loud color.
– Remove magazines, books, video games, toys and other clutter.
– Create an easy going, relaxed atmosphere.
– Dust and simplify shelves; remove family photos.
Other: _______________________________
Other: _______________________________
Other: _______________________________
LIVINGROOM
BATHROOMS

– Discard worn furniture & move extras to a storage area.

– Visit a model home to get decorating ideas.

– Clear away all magazines, books & other objects from furniture.

– Take down picture that hide walls. Patch nail holes & paint.

– Add lamps & lighting in dark area.

– Open the curtains.

– Set out some fresh flowers.

_______________________________

– Remove any unnecessary items from the vanity, tub, etc.

– The fixtures, tile & shower curtain should be immaculate.

– Caulk & grout tile. Bleach discolored grout.

– Remove any wall paper that is not "conservative."

– Decorate with towels.

– Check bath vents are working properly.
 -Make sure all fixtures work properly and fix leaks.
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MASTER BEDROOM
MISCELLANEOUS

-This is 2nd most important-to-be appealing room.

– Define areas by furniture arrangement. Keep it simple.

– Be sure clothes are hung up.

– Store off-season clothing elsewhere.

– Clean out closets enough for buyers to get a good idea of storage size.
– Make sure nothing is left under beds; add bed skirts for cleaner look.
Other: ______________________________

– Clean or replace HVAC filter. Clean air returns. 

– Test all smoke detectors.

– Clean chimney, fireplace or woodstove. 

– Remove any wall paper that is not "conservative."

– Decorate with towels.

– Make sure all windows, doors and cabinets open easily without squeaks; replace rusty hinges.
– Check ventilation in attic, basement and crawlspace; update if necessary.
Other: _______________________________

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