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Mike Davis - Realtor
RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts
4800 Mills Civic Parkway, Suite 203
West Des Moines, IA 50265
Licensed in the State of Iowa

Des Moines Real Estate : Home Selling Tips : More Home Selling Tips

Getting Your Home Ready To Sell

Before You Sell -- Tips to help you try to sell your home faster and for more money:

Outside

  • Mow and water the lawn.
  • Trim trees and plant flowers.
  • Store all bikes, toys and equipment out of sight.
  • Paint or touch-up the outside of the house.
  • Put potted flowers in the front.
 

Inside

  • Get rid of unnecessary furniture.
  • Clean closets and clear off countertops.
  • Scrub all tile floors.
  • Clean all carpets.
  • Clean all windows and mirrors.
 

Fix-It

  • Fix leaky faucets.
  • Replace missing door or cabinet handles.
  • Fix or replace broken appliances.
  • Replace broken tiles in bathroom or kitchen.
  • Paint if necessary.
  • Discuss major repairs with me; contact me by clicking here.
 

Freshen Up

  • Stop smoking in the house.
  • Bath pets and clean out litter boxes.
  • Empty all trash, recycle bins, etc.
  • Dry-clean drapes and shampoo carpets.
  • Use baking soda boxes in smell-prone areas.
  • Place flowers, potpourri or air fresheners around the house.
 

Ask a "buyer"

  • Invite a friend to walk through your home like a buyer would. Get their opinion on whether or not it's inviting, clean and well-maintained. Make any changes they suggest.
 

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