Preparing to Sell Your Home: A Complete Checklist

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Exterior

- Remove peeling and chipped paint; replace with a fresh coat- Fix loose trim and fencing- Clear gutters and downspouts- Make sure all exterior lighting is clean and working- Clean and repair the roof as needed- Clear garage of clutter and tidy shelves - Paint or stain worn areas on wood decks- Remove grass growing in concrete cracks; sweep off debris from shrubs and trees- Clean outdoor furniture - Mow and trim grass; re-seed and fertilize where necessary- Prune all overgrown trees and shrubs- Weed flowers beds- Powerwash driveway and sidewalks

Front Door & Windows

- Polish or stain worn areas on door- Add a fresh coat of paint to get rid of nicks- Clean the glass on the storm door- Make sure the doorbell operates properly - Clean all windows inside and out - If needed, add a fresh coat of paint to the window trims and sills- Make sure all windows open and close easily- Replace cracked windowpanes and those with broken seals- Make sure window screens are clean and secure; replace any screens with holes or tears

Kitchen & Bath

-Clean all floors, carpets, walls, and trim-Replace burned-out light bulbs -Fix dripping faucets-Organize pantry and cupboards so they appear clean, neat, and spacious-Clean the oven, cook top and microwave thoroughly-Set the table -Make sure sinks, tubs, showers, and countertops are clean and free of stains-Clean grout and remove soap stains from tile-Replace any missing or cracked tiles or grout -Make sure all fixtures, including heat lamps and exhaust fans are operating-Store all supplies, such as toilet paper, shampoo bottles and cleansers, out of sight  

Living & Bedrooms

-Give rooms a fresh coat of paint as needed-Repair cracks and holes in ceiling and walls-Repaint any woodwork and basebords that are worn or chipped-Clean or replace draperies and blinds; open them to maximize light-Steam-clean carpets-Clean rugs and wood flooring, and remove any stains or odors-Position the furniture to showcase the size and space of the room-Remove and replace any attached items that you wish to move with you-Put away toys and hobby supplies; remove extra magazines and books from tables -Neatly make up the beds

Tidy Extras

-Use air fresheners or bake treats to make the house smell good-Plant flowers to brighten the walkway and enrich the entry-Remove any indoor houseplants that are brown or losing their leaves-Remove all “fixer” cars, campers, and boats from the property-Discard the clutter of magazines on the coffee and end tables-Tidy and declutter all closets-Hide or get rid of worn-out throw pillows-Store pet supplies-At night, turn on the porch light and outdoor lighting-Put away toys and hobby supplies; remove extra magazines and books from tables