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Make-Ready & Showing Checklist
A comprehensive checklist designed to ensure your home is market-ready for maximum buyer appeal and the best sale price.
Interior Preparation
- Thorough Cleaning: Meticulously clean fan blades, mantles, appliances, and windows.
- Declutter & Simplify: Clear shoes from entrances and mail off kitchen tables.
- Minimize Personal Items: Put away family photos and fridge magnets so buyers imagine living there.
- Organize Storage: Use storage boxes in closets to convey a spacious feel.
Maintenance & Lighting
- Maximize Natural Light: Open curtains. Store window screens visibly in the garage for buyers and inspectors.
- Update Bulbs: Use consistent 4000Kâ5000K colour temperature bulbs across the house.
- Complete Minor Repairs: Replace air filters, tighten loose doorknobs, and touch up paint.
- Neutral Colours: Repaint bold accent walls in neutral grey or white tones.
Staging & Traffic Flow
- Define Room Purposes: Stage rooms for single clear uses. Create reading nook vignettes.
- Spa-like Bathrooms: Add fresh, coordinated towels and subtle candles.
- Optimize Walking Paths: Arrange furniture to ensure seamless movement.
Exterior & Showing Prep
- Curb Appeal: Power wash walkways, clean gutters, and add a fresh welcome mat.
- Odor Control: Avoid plug-in air fresheners. Empty trash and avoid cooking strong foods before showings.
- Final Touches: Close toilet lids, open blinds, and turn on all interior lights.
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