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Sweep the sidewalk,
mow the lawn, prune the bushes, weed the garden and clean debris from
the yard. |
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Organize closets and
storage areas |
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Clear as many
surfaces
as possible |
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Neatly organize any
items in view |
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Wash all windows
(inside
and out); make your
windows sparkle. Make sure the paint is not chipped or flaking. And
speaking of paint,
if your home was built before 1978, new federal law gives a buyer the
right to request a lead inspection. If you think you might have some
problems, do the inspection yourself beforehand and make any fixes you
can. |
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Make sure the basic
appliances and fixtures work. Get rid of leaky faucets and frayed cords. |
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Refresh drapes and
window treatments |
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Be aware of any
apparent
odors caused from pets,
smoking, etc. |
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Hide the kitty litter |
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Fresh flowers
brighten
up a room and make it smell
nice |
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Be sure that the
doorbell works |
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Polish floors,
mirrors
and fixtures of kitchens
and bathrooms |
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Inspect kitchens and
baths for necessary
maintenance |
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Repair grout and
caulking in kitchens and baths |
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Check for old water
damage and stains |
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Repaint walls with
neutral colors |
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Repair "sticky"
locks
and doors |
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Secure/replace any
loose
knobs or door handles |
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Having pleasant
background music playing in the background also will help set your stage |
