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KITCHEN
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- Mow the lawn, & trim trees & shrubs away from the house.
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- Remove dead plants, flowers & shrubs.
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- Put away tools, garbage cans, hoses, toys & building materials.
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- Remove window screens while selling your home & keep windows clean.
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- Check for broken roof shingles and clean out gutters.
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- Seal or resurface driveway.
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- Clear patios and decks of planters, flower pots, charcoal & barbecues.
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- Dress up front yard shrubs & lamp posts with fresh mulch.
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- Repaint or refinish trim around windows and doors.
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- Clean the stove, oven, range hood and countertops.
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- Repair drippy faucets and squeaks or binds in cabinet drawers. Make sure cabinet hardware is also cleaned.
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- Discard old food & leftovers from refrigerator.
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- Remove messages, pictures and magnets from refrigerator.
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- Clear small appliances, dish drainer and cookware from countertop.
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- Wipe down cabinets and clear out items under the sink.
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- Other: ___________________________
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- Other: ___________________________
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FOYER
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FAMILY ROOM
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- Clean all light fixtures and replace with bright bulbs in the light fixtures.
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- Turn on all the lights before a buyer arrives to show there is nothing to hide.
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- Roll up and remove small rugs.
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- Fill the house with a fresh scent. Heat vanilla on the stove or bake a batch of cookies.
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- Spotlessly clean woodwork & carpeting.
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- Clear window ledges of all objects to give a nice glimpse inside & out.
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- Repaint walls in a neutral color such as antique white.
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- Other: ______________________________
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- Clean fireplace & remove any items in front of it.
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- Replace carpet if it has a loud color.
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- Remove magazines, books, video games, toys and other clutter.
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- Create an easy going, relaxed atmosphere.
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- Dust and simplify shelves; remove family photos.
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- Other: _______________________________
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- Other: _______________________________
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- Other: _______________________________
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LIVINGROOM
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BATHROOMS
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- Discard worn furniture & move extras to a storage area.
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- Visit a model home to get decorating ideas.
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- Clear away all magazines, books & other objects from furniture.
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- Take down picture that hide walls. Patch nail holes & paint.
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- Add lamps & lighting in dark area.
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- Set out some fresh flowers.
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- Other _______________________________
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- Remove any unnecessary items from the vanity, tub, etc.
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- The fixtures, tile & shower curtain should be immaculate.
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- Caulk & grout tile. Bleach discolored grout.
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- Remove any wall paper that is not "conservative."
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- Check bath vents are working properly.
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- Make sure all fixtures work properly and fix leaks.
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- Other _______________________________
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MASTER BEDROOM
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MISCELLANEOUS
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- This is 2nd most important-to-be appealing room.
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- Define areas by furniture arrangement. Keep it simple.
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- Be sure clothes are hung up.
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- Store off-season clothing elsewhere.
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- Clean out closets enough for buyers to get a good idea of storage size.
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- Make sure nothing is left under beds; add bed skirts for cleaner look.
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- Other: ______________________________
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- Clean or replace HVAC filter. Clean air returns.
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- Test all smoke detectors.
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- Clean chimney, fireplace or woodstove.
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- Remove any wall paper that is not "conservative."
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- Make sure all windows, doors and cabinets open easily without squeaks; replace rusty hinges.
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- Check ventilation in attic, basement and crawlspace; update if necessary.
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- Other: _______________________________
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