Preparing Your Home for Sale

Obviously I wasn't a Boy Scout, but I sure do like the way they think.  Always Be Prepared.   Before we stage your home and that bright red Carpenter Realtors sign goes in the yard, here are some really beneficial things you can do to prepare for a successful home sale:

1. Get a pre-listing home inspection.  This can be especially helpful if you have an older home.  For a few hundred dollars, you can be forewarned about items that may scare away potential buyers.

2. Get replacement estimates.  If you cannot fund any major repairs revealed by the pre-listing inspection, obtain estimates. This will help potential buyers determine if they can afford the home.

3.  Make minor repairs.  If you're like me, it's easy to get used the quirks of your home. But you're much better off to fix that squeaky door or leaky faucet.

4. Clear the clutter.  Store it away, but remember even your boxes need to have an organized appearance if they are visible in closets, the basement or the attic.

5. Clean. Your home needs to sparkle.  Clean the baseboards and switch plates. Clean the refrigerator and oven, even if you're taking them to your new home;  in the buyer's eyes, they're a reflection of how you've maintained the home.

Of course, I've got all the referrals you'll need to get prepared, from inspectors to tradespeople to cleaning services.  I'll help you make it easy to always be prepared.