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First impressions are lasting. A well-maintained exterior ensures that prospective buyers will want to see the interior. Keep your lawn trimmed and edged, flower beds cultivated and the yard free from refuse. In the winter, be sure to remove snow and ice from driveways, walks and porches.
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Decorate your home - a step toward a SALE. Faded walls and outdated decor reduce desire. Do not tell prospects how the place can be made to look - show them by decorating first. A quicker sale at a higher price will result.
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Cleanliness is a prime selling feature. Bright, clean windows and unmarked, freshly painted walls will assist your sale. Kitchens and bathrooms should get special attention.
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Fix those drips. Dripping water discolors the enamel and calls attention to faulty plumbing.
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A day with the carpenter. Loose door knobs, sticking drawers and warped cabinet doors are noticed by the prospective buyer - have them fixed.
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From top to bottom. The attic and basement are important features. Remove all unnecessary articles that have accumulated. Display the full value of the storage and utility spaces.
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Watch your step. Prospective buyers don't want to be walking over and around objects that may be in the way. Avoid clutter, and you'll avoid possible injuries.
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Closet illusions. Clothes properly hung, and shoes, hats and other articles neatly arranged will make small closets appear larger.
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A time for rest. Bedrooms are always outstanding features. Arrange them neatly - be sure beds are made.
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Can you see the light? Illumination is a welcome sign. For showings, turn on all of your lights and use the maximum allowable wattage light bulbs in fixtures.
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"Three's a Crowd." Avoid having too many people present during a showing. The prospective buyer will feel like an intruder and will hurry through the house. If possible, leave your home during the showing - run an errand, walk the dog or chat with a neighbor.
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Music is Mellow. But not during a showing. Turn off the radio and TV - they cause a distraction.
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Love me, love my dog. This does not apply in home selling. Keep pets properly confined during showings - preferably outside.
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Silence is golden. Be courteous but do not force conversation with the prospective buyer. He or she is there to view your home, not to pay a social call.
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In the shadows. Please do not tag along with the prospective buyer and the sales agent. He or she knows the buyer's requirements and can better emphasize the features of your home when alone with their client.
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Putting the cart before the horse. Trying to dispose of furnishings to the prospective buyer before he or she has purchased the home often loses the sale. Proper timing is important.
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A word to the wise. Do not discuss price, terms, possession or other factors with the customers. Refer them to your real estate agent.
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It's a good idea to show your home to prospective buyers only by appointment.
Print this page to calculate your approximate net dollars from the sale
of your home. If you need assistance, please contact our office and one
of our Realtor-Associates will be
happy to help you complete the form.
| Expenses | ||
| Revenue Stamps | ______________ | State / County |
| ______________ | Local | |
| Title Charge: | ______________ | |
| Assessments: | ______________ | |
| Brokerage: | ______________ | Based on ______ % |
| Discount Points: | ______________ | |
| Attorney Fees: | ______________ | |
| Survey: | ______________ | |
| Home Warranty Plan: | ______________ | |
| Tax Deficit: | ______________ | (Property taxes paid in arrears) |
| Misc. Expenses: | ______________ | |
| Total Expenses: | ______________ | |
| Estimated Selling Price: | ______________ | |
| Minus Total Expenses: | ______________ | |
| Minus Mortgage Balance: | ______________ | |
| Approximate Due Seller: | ______________ |
This is not intended to serve as a closing
statement, but only as a
reasonably accurate estimate of costs relating to the sale of your property.