Posted on June 2, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 27: Photography
When your house or condo is de-cluttered, cleaned and ready for prime time, it’s time for the photographer to work his magic. This will happen a few days before you list your home for sale and will include a virtual tour and video....
Posted on May 31, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 26: Make Your Home Smell Good
If you’re a dog owner, wash any couches, beds and surfaces where the dogs sleep. You may not smell him anymore, but Buyers will. Tuck the litter box away (and clean it twice a day while your home is on the...
Posted on May 30, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 24: The Final Clean
By now you’re probably exhausted. Sorry about that. While you can do this final step yourself, we always like to bring in professional cleaners who will make sure to clean all the spots you don’t: the baseboards, inside...
Posted on May 30, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 23: Tackle the Walls and Doors
If your walls and doors are scuffed, buy some Magic Erasers and go to town. You’ll wonder why you didn’t do it sooner. If your art needs an update, now’s the time to do it too.
Posted on May 28, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 22: Don’t Forget About the Floors
You’ll need more than a Swiffer to get into all the corners and cracks. If your floors are scratched, there are some great products out there to make them look almost-brand-new. What style of vinyl flooring...
Posted on May 26, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 20: The Back Yard
What you can accomplish in the back yard will depend on what time of year you sell. If you’re selling in the spring/summer: clean up the gardens, trim the trees, cut the grass, stain the deck and clean the patio furniture and...
Posted on May 25, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 21: Get the Carpets Cleaned or Replaced
Unless your carpets are brand new, you’ll want to have them steam cleaned (or do it yourself). You’ll be amazed at what a difference it makes. What condition is your carpet in? What colour...
Posted on May 25, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 19: Focus on the Front Yard
Curb appeal matters and will significantly impact people’s first impression of your house. Stand on your street and take in your front yard: what do you see? At a minimum, clean the scuff marks off the front...
Posted on May 23, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 17: Repair What You’ve Been Avoiding
We all have that list of never-never repairs and fixes. Now’s the time to get to it, including fixing the leaky faucet, the picture holes in the wall, etc. and get it done once and for all. If you aren...
Posted on May 22, 2020 by RE/MAX Vernon Salt Fowler Real Estate
Day 18: Get the Windows & Gutters Cleaned
I know, you probably don’t even think about cleaning your windows, but rain, snow and construction can really make your windows dirty – and bright is better. Also clogged gutters can be a...
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