Thanks to CW Title for this handy Pre-Showing Checklist!
Selling a home can
a stressful time. There is packing, moving and many other things to keep
in mind. Below are a few tips that can make things easier on you and your
family.
All over house:
- Empty the garbage in each room
- Dust and vacuum
- Open blinds to make rooms brighter
- Turn on lights, even during the day
Bedrooms:
- Straighten up closets
- Beds are nicely
made
- Dirty clothes in closed hamper
- Toys picked up and put away in children’s rooms
Bathrooms:
- Put away everything that isn’t essential such as hand
soap, towels, etc.
- Drawers and cabinets are cleaned and uncluttered
- Clean the shower and tub
- Fold towels neatly
- Put the toilet lid down
Kitchen:
- Dishes should be in dishwasher or put away, don’t leave
anything in the sink
- De-clutter the countertops… put away toaster, coffee
maker, blender, etc.
- Clean and organize the refrigerator
- Cabinets and pantry are tidy
- Stove, stovetop and microwave clean of food stains
- Take out garbage and recycle
Living Room:
- Straighten pillows and cushions on the couch and chairs
- Turn answering machine volume to low so they don’t hear
people leaving you messages
- Dust television screen
Office:
- Tidy up
- Dust computer monitor
Hallway Closets/Storage Areas:
- Double check that they are neat and orderly (towels
nicely folded, etc.)
Pets:
- Clean kitty litter
- Fresh water in bowls, or put away until they leave
- Fresh food in bowls, or put away until they leave
- Clean the fish tank if needed
- Clean cages for birds, hamsters, etc.
Yard:
- Mow lawn, rake leaves during autumn
- Sweep walkway and doorstep
- Turn on outside lights if evening time
- Pick up after pets and put away outdoor toys and tools
Cynthia Schmier, Broker/Owner
CRS, CDPE, CNE, CIAS, 5-STAR
RE/MAX Country
Cynthia@Cynthia-Online.com
(360) 400-3475
CRS, CDPE, CNE, CIAS, 5-STAR
RE/MAX Country
Cynthia@Cynthia-Online.com
(360) 400-3475
