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Walls should be freshly painted (neutral color), free of nail holes, scuff marks and free of any unframed pictures, posters, etc. Floors should be clean and in good condition Carpets should be vacuumed; clean them if needed Clean HVAC registers and grates Clean all windows and doors; Ensure that all open and close easily Make certain all cabinetry doors and drawers open easily Repair or replace faulty wall switches, outlets and light fixtures; make certain all light bulbs work! Tighten or repair leaky faucets and/or noisy toilets Ensure all kitchen cabinets, countertops & appliances are clean (inside & out) Bathrooms should be sparkling clean, including tile and grout. Faucets should be polished; bathtubs and showers should be caulked as needed Bedrooms should be straight, clean and free of clutter Remove all clutter from rooms and closets. Clutter will always make a room or even an entire house appear smaller! Make certain there are no food or pet odors Have an aroma that will make a prospective buyer feel at home: fresh bread, cookies, cinnamon on the stove, etc. Make your house as light, airy and spacious as possible For every showing, open drapes, turn on lights, turn the stereo on, keep pets in a contained area, and set the heat/air at a comfortable temperature
if possible, do not be present while your home is being shown