Create a Buying Mood
Arrange to be absent during showings
Turn on all lights & fireplaces
Open all drapes & blinds
Play quiet background music
Air out any odors
Curb Appeal
Cut lawns, trim hedges and shrubs, weed and edge gardens
Remove any refuse from yard
Clear yard of leaves or snow (especially walkways)
Pressure wash or paint if needed
Cleanliness
Ensure kitchens & bathrooms are sparkling
Clean all appliances
Clean windows and carpets
De-Clutter rooms as well as closets, garages & storage space
Vacuum carpets & sweep floors before showings
House Maintenance
Replace burnt out light bulbs
Replace cracked windows
Repair plumbing issues (leaks, seals around tubs, sinks)
Repair walls and paint if necessary- including trim, doors & ceilings
Service or replace furnace & fireplaces
If appliances are included make sure they are in working condition
Overall…repair or replace so it does not come into play during an offer