PREPARING TO SELL YOUR HOME


Uncluttering


Outside:

Lawn and Garden: fertilize, mow, trim; re-sod/reseed any bare spots; remove lawn ornaments

 Walks, steps and driveways: clear away all items; remove weeds
 Pet areas: Throughly pick up all debris
 Extra vehicles: remove from curb view
 Decks, patios and backyards: remove excess ornaments and furniture
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Inside:

Closets:
 Remove and pack/store extra items
 Clean or paint interior
 Organize linen and group like clothing
 Remove and pack or store extra sporting equipment
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Kitchen:
 Clear counters; put away appliances, acessories, etc.
 Remove and pack/store extra dishes
 Consolidate extra food items
 Remove notes, photos, magnets from refrigerator
 Organize silverware, utensils and “junk” drawers
 Clean or paint under the sink/organize and consolidate items
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Bathroom vanities, medicine cabinets:
 Remove, pack, store and organize extra items
 Remove stained or torn drawer and shelf liners
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Living areas:
 Remove papers and magazines from tables
 Remove extra furniture; arrange openness
 Remove extra or unhealthy plants
 Bookshelves: remove, pack, store and organize extra items
 Collections: pack and store
 Children’s play areas: pack, store and organize extra toys or games
 Tool, shop and laundry areas: remove, store and organize extra items
 Garage: organize tools and gardening equipment; remove extra items
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Cleaning:

Outside:

 Windows: clean to shine

 Walks, steps and driveways: sweep and remove stains

 Siding, brick or stucco: hose off; use restoring product on vinyl or aluminum siding

 Gutters/eavestrough and downspouts: hose out debris

 Decks, patios and backyards: use a deck cleaner; hose off patios, wipe down lawn furniture, grills/barbeques and pool equipment

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Inside
 Floors: remove old wax; scrub and wax to shine
 Carpet: clean thoroughly, consider professional service
 Walls: remove fingerprints, marks and cobwebs
 Woodwork: clean and then polish wth a wood protector
 Draperies and curtains: launder or dry clean
 Lighting Fixtures: clean and polish, wash or replace bulbs
 Windows, mirrors, glass cabinets: clean to a shine
 Doorknobs, handles and pulls: clean and then polish wth a wood protector
 Pet areas: clean thoroughly and deodorize
 Odors: scrub all hard surfaces; use an odor neutralizer on upholstry, carpeting and draperies 

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Kitchen:
 Clean and polish cupboards - inside and out
 Remove stains and mold from sinks, tubs and showers; clean grout
 Clean appliances throughly - inside and out
 Polish and clean sinks: remove stains
 Clean and deodorize garbage areas; use a garbage disposal freshner
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Bathrooms:
 Clean and polish vanities - inside and out
 Remove stains and mold from sinks, tubs and showers; clean grout
 polish mirrors and chrome to a shine
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Basement, Garage & Attic:
 Sweep or vacuum floors and ceilings
 Wash furnace, water heater, washer and dryer and other equipment
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Repairing:

Outside:
 Doors and windows: repair screens, glass and door hardware, lubricate hinges

 Siding: repair, replace or paint as needed
 Gutters/eavestrough and downspouts: repair or replace as needed
 Fences: repair, replace or paint as needed
 Doorbells: make sure they work properly
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Interior:
 Plumbing: repair leaks and make all repairs
 Mechanical systems: have inspected and certified
 Appliances: check bulbs; replace broken parts
 Walls and ceilings: patch cracks, paint as needed
 Windows: replace cracked pames, re-caulk as needed
 Grout and caulking: patch or replace as needed
 Hinges and knobs: tighten or replace as needed
 Flooring: repair or replace as needed
 Light fixtures: repair or replace as needed
 Switch plates and outlet covers: repair cracked or mismatched plates
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Outside
 Siding and trim: touch up or paint if needed
 Lawn areas: remove any bold decorations
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Inside:
 Floors: replace worn or dated vinyl or carpeting
 Artwork: remove distracting or bold posters and art
 Family photos and collections: remove extensive displays
 Basement: paint floors and walls
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W alls:
 Remove dated wall paper
 Paint a warm, neutral colour; avoid cold whites
 Use the same colour in rooms that flow together
 Choose a warmer, neutral colour for bathrooms
 Polish paneling or, if dated, remove or paint
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Showcasing

Curb Appeal: choose ideas that add elegance

 Keep lawn mowed, shrubs trimmed, and gardens weeded
 Set a potted shrub or topiary tree with annuals on steps or flank the door with matching pots; 

 Add new house numbers and a cushioned doormat
 Polish or paint the door
 Replace or paint the mailbox
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Entryway: Greet buyers with style and grace
 Showcase a unique piece of furniture or artwork
 Add a mirror to brighten the entry
 Add drama with fresh flowers or a blooming plant
 Add warmth and texture with an area rug
 Add a dramatic new lighting fixture
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Kitchen: Showcase the heart of the home
 Open a colourful cookbook on a stand
 Add a new throw rug
 Fill a decorative serving bowl with fresh fruit
 Add a blooming plant where it can catch the sunlight
 Replace worn curtains with mini blinds or valance
 Paint worn or dated cabinets and add new hardware
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Bathrooms: Create a luxurious, relaxing feeling
 Use plush new towels and rugs to soften hard surfaces
 Tri-fold towels and hange in layers on towel bars
 Stack guest or hand towels neatly on a vanity
 Add new fabric shower curtain
 Highlight tubs or vanities with colourful bath oils and salts
 Use a new bar of unscented guest soap for showings
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Bedrooms: Convey privacy and comfort
 Roll back a plush comforter to show layers of blankets
 Add curtains or valances to rooms without them
 Add artwork for elegance
 Stack a few books on a nightstand
 Arrange toys in children’s rooms to show a quiet play place
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Living, Family and Dining Rooms: Suggest comfortable family times and entertaining 

 Drape an afghan over a chair or sofa to suggest relaxation
 Add decorative pillows to sofas and chairs
 Add fresh flowers to a coffee table

 Add art pieces to a bookcase to suggest multiple uses 

 Dining Rooms:
 Add a bouquet of fresh flowers
 Display a serving piece or candles on the table

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Backyards, Decks and Patios: Suggest leisure activities .
 Arrange the barbeque grill and lawn furniture to suggest an outdoor meal
 Set out a lawn game
 Group colourful pots of annuals on a deck or patio
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Viewings and Open House

Exterior:
 Pick up lawn tools and toys
 Pick up after pets
 Remove obstructions from curb view
 Clear driveways and walk areas
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Interior:
 Do a once-over cleaning:
 Vacuum, sweep and dust
 Empty wastebaskets, pick up dirty clothes
 Put away personal care items in bathrooms
 Clean all sinks and faucets with glass cleaner
 Make sure rugs are clean and straight
 Freshen carpets, draperies and upholstry with an odor neutralizer
 Clean pet areas and remove pets, beds and toys
 Open shades and drapes
 Set a comfortable temperature
 Turn on all the lights
 Open windows to freshen rooms
 Arrange fresh flowers in key areas
 Play soft music and turn off the television
 Turn off all work sounds (dishwashers, washers, dryers, etc.)
 Final check every room
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MARLON GREEN
Sales Representative

Email:  marlonjgreen@gmail.com

Direct:  (416) 399-3906

Forest Hill Real Estate Inc., Brokerage

RYAN GREEN
Sales Representative

Email:  ryanslgreen@gmail.com

Direct:  (416) 509-4433

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