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Looking Through the Buyer's Eyes

Below are some questions to ask yourself when preparing your home for sale to ensure it looks the best it possibly can in the buyer's eyes. Also, invite a friend to walk through your home like a buyer would. Get their opinion on whether it looks inviting, clean and well-maintained. Make any changes they suggest.

Exterior

  • Is your lawn mowed and edged?
  • Are the trees and bushes trimmed?
  • Is your lawn free of weeds?
  • Are the decks and patios clean?
  • Does your house need painting?
  • Are there any exterior holes or cracks?
  • Are your walkways and porches clean and in good repair?
  • Does your roof leak or sag?
  • Are any shingles or tiles missing?
  • Is your chimney in good shape?

Carpeting/Walls/Ceilings

  • Are your carpets clean and in good condition?
  • Do your carpets need stretching?
  • Are there any pet or smoking odors?
  • Do your walls or ceilings have cracks or holes?
  • Do your walls or ceilings need painting?
  • Is the wallpaper attractive and in good condition?

Attic/Garage

  • Is your attic/garage clean and organized?
  • Is there adequate lighting?
  • Is the floor clean and swept?
  • Do the doors open and close easily?
  • Are the attic stairs in good condition?
  • Are there any signs of insects or rodents?

Kitchen

  • Are your appliances clean and in good working order?
  • Are your cabinets clean and in good condition?
  • Are your countertops in good condition?
  • Is your tile grout clean?
  • Is your sink stained, chipped or in need of re-caulking?

Bathrooms

  • Do your faucets shut off completely?
  • Do your sinks drain freely?
  • Are your commodes securely fastened and in good condition?
  • Are your shower doors shiny?
  • Do your tubs need re-caulking?
  • Is your floor in good condition?
  • Are your vanities and mirrors in good condition?

Living Room

  • Is your fireplace clean?
  • Is the fireplace screen in good condition?
  • Are all drapes, shutters and shades clean and working properly?
  • Are any window screens bent or damaged?
  • Do all windows open and close easily?
  • Are the windowsills clean?
  • Are the doors in good condition?
  • Do any doors sag or stick?
  • Do the locks work?
  • Is the paint in good condition?
  • Do the doors seal tightly?

For more information, see the following pages:

Fix-it and Clean-it Tips

What is My House Worth?