SHOW AND SELL CHECKLIST FOR SELLERS

Before You Begin Showing

Exterior

	Repaint siding and trim
	Repair/repaint gutters and downspouts
	Repair/repaint fences
	Seal driveway
	Remove oil stains from garage floor
	Wash all windows
	Trim trees, hedges, shrubs
	Weed and feed lawn
	Remove all clutter (garden tools, toys, etc.)

Entranceway

	Check working order of doorbell and exterior light
	Replace welcome mat
	Repair/repaint front door
	Clear interior entry of all clutter
	Clear and clean out front hall closet

Living/Dining/Family/Bedrooms

	Repaint or touch up walls and ceilings
	Repair molding
	Shampoo or replace carpet and/or wash and wax floors
	Remove excess or unattractive furniture
	Clean curtains, shutters, blinds, etc.
	Clean fireplace, mantle, shelving
	Replace old bedspreads

Kitchen/Baths

	Repair or replace faucets and fixtures
	Repaint or repaper walls
	Thoroughly clean range/oven, refrigerator and other appliances
	Clear out and clean cabinets, drawers, and medicine chests
	Remove clutter from countertops
	Clean or replace curtains
	Grout or caulk tubs and showers
	Replace old toilet seats and shower curtains

General

	Replace burned-out light bulbs
	Clear cobwebs from corners and doorways
	Wash light switches, hand rails, and doorknobs
	Clear and clean all closets
	Add "welcoming" touches: potted plants, dried flowers, etc.

Before Every Showing or Open House Exterior Pick up tools and toys and any other yard clutter Put garbage cans in garage Close garage door and yard gates Park cars on street or around corner Mow grass, trim hedges, clean up leaves. Clean pool and spa   Interior Clear off all counters and table tops Don't leave dishes in sink Turn on all lights Open shades and curtains to make it bright and airy Depending on season, open windows to allow fresh air in. Put soft music on stereo, light jazz is acceptable to most age groups Give the house a pleasant aroma - fresh bread, fire in fireplace, etc. depending on season Set dining room table Make all beds Set thermostat at comfortable temperature Pick up after pets and clean litter boxes   House & Community Information (display in entranceway or another prominent place) Paid utility bills* Current property tax receipts Real estate listing sheet and marketing flyers Floor plan (if available) List of upgrades or new appliances you've put into the house (and dates, if available) Map and/or list of community features and points of interest Warranty information on appliances School Information and distance from house Home Owners Association information if available *Block out account numbers with a black felt-tip pen.

ONE FINAL SUGGESTION:   Ask us to take a walk through your house and offer suggestions on how to make it show best. There's simply no better source of ideas for making a house more marketable.