Now that you have decided to sell your home it's time to get ready for showings. Here's is a quick list of suggestions sure to help.

First Impressions: An inviting exterior insures inspection of the interior. Keep your lawn trimmed and edged, flowerbeds cultivated, the yard free and clear of refuse. Add fresh mulch to the flowerbeds and add some colorful flowers near the front door. Be sure the front door is fresh and clean; repaint it if necessary.

Decorate For A Quick Sale: Faded walls and worn woodwork just isn't appealing. Do not tell the prospect how the place can be made to look, show them by making it look great. A quicker sale at a higher price will result. Fresh paint will give you the most bang for the buck.

A Clean Home Is A Happy Home: Bright, cheery windows and unmarred walls will assist your sale. Clean the carpets, clean the appliances, clean the bathrooms. Clean, clean, clean.
This can't be emphasized enough.

Fix That Faucet: Dripping water discolors the enamel and calls attention to faulty plumbing. Check under the sinks for leaks. Fix any water damage or stains.

A Day With The Carpenter: Loose doorknobs, sticking drawers and warped Cabinet doors are noticed by potential buyers. Have them fixed. Look for any damaged wood in and around the house. Moisture causes wood to rot and fungus to grow.

Closet illusions: Clothes properly hung, shoes, hats and other articles neatly placed, will make your closets appear adequate. Pack and store excess items. Be sure each closet has plenty of open, unused space. Rent a storage unit if necessary to pack up unused items.

Dear To Her Heart Is The Kitchen: Colorful curtains in harmony with the floor and counter tops add appeal for the lady of the house. Keep the oven clean - it often gets inspected. Be sure all appliances are clean and in perfect working condition. Nothing sells a home faster than a perfect kitchen.

Check And Re-Check Your Bathroom: Bright and clean bathrooms sell many homes. Keep toilet lids down. Re-grout where needed. Replace fogged mirrors.

For The Rest of Your Life: Bedrooms are always important features. Arrange them to feel spacious and clean. Keep the beds made and the room tidy at all times. Put away clutter and organize the closet.

The Brighter The Better: Illumination is a welcome sign. For after-dark inspections, turn on your lights from the front porch in and throughout. The prospect will feel a glowing warmth; otherwise impossible to attain. Also turn on lights in the daytime for rooms that are not so bright.

Three's A Crowd: When a Realtor and the prospect arrive you should greet them courteously, and then disappear. Children and pets should be kept out of sight. Don't volunteer any comment unless asked. Remember the prospect is there to view the home.

Shut off the Television: The radio or TV can distract potential buyers. Let the agent and the buyer talk free of any disturbances.

Love Me, Love My Dog: This does not apply in house selling. Keep pets out of the way, preferably out of the house. Be sure to eliminate any lingering pet odors. Pet damage and pet odors can easily cost thousands of dollars off the sale price.

Be Aware of Odors: People will linger in a fresh, pleasant smelling home. Stale air, or bad odors, make them want to get out and can ruin the sale.

Be It Ever So Humble: Please don't apologize for the appearance of your home. After all, it is lived in. Let the agent answer any objections that are raised.

A Word to the Wise: Do not discuss price, terms, possession or other factors with the potential buyer. Refer them to your Realtor. As a seller, most anything you say could compromise your position. As a third party, a Realtor can better bring the negotiation to a favorable conclusion.

Use this list of suggestions to get ready for showings. Spend a little and effort putting these suggestions into place for a quick and profitable sale.

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