POWERWASH siding, fences and decks. Dirt and mildew are huge turn offs.
MOW yard, trim and keep it free of trash and debris. Rake leaves in the fall.
SWEEP off porches, decks, walks and driveways.
WINDEX windows and glass doors.
INTERIOR:
SCRUB walls. PAINT a neutral color if necessary.
VACUUM and STEAM CLEAN carpets. Replace if necessary.
Use your vacuum's attachments to clean around baseboards, air vents and hanging cobwebs.
DUST furniture.
PICK UP clutter and ORGANIZE.
The day of showing:
Puts pets in cages or take them bye-bye with you.
Secure all jewelry, valuables, money, firearms.
Light candles and give each room a blast of air freshener.
Close toilet seats
Leave your home during the showing. Go shopping, to a movie, out to eat. Your home will be in good hands.
Internet:
www.semoc21.com (free)
www.realtor.com (free)
www.century21.com (free)
www.semissourian.com/realestate (fee payable at closing)
www.houseviewonline.com (fee payable at closing)
competitor's websites
Print Media:
The Southeast Missourian --the ONLY real estate office using full color ads! (free)
Homes Magazine (free)
Houseview Magazine (free)
The World Famous CENTURY 21 Yard Sign (free)
Open Houses (free)
Multiple Listing Service Data Base--all area REALTORS may show and sell your home.
Open House for all area REALTORS (free--unless you wish to provide food, prizes or other incintivs.)
Professional Staging (fee charged by stager).
You may purchase a Home Warranty by American Home Shield.
You may provide allowances for carpet, painting or other repairs.
You may provide a seller's bonus to buyer's REALTOR.
