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Staging for Sale: Interior









            •   Perk up rooms with fresh paint.  A modest investment in time & money can possibly add dollars to your
               final selling price.  Sometimes just a touch-up will do. Choose light, neutral colors for greatest appeal.
            •   Clean up clutter for appearance & safety’s sake.  Pay special attention to stairways, halls and children’s
               rooms.
            •   Go on a kitchen campaign and keep it especially clean.  The sink should always be clean & free of dirty
               dishes. Countertops appear more spacious when clean and uncluttered.  Do the counters have stains
               from a hot pot or is it chipped?  Does it need replacing?  If so, is it worth your while to do it before the
               house goes on the market?
            •   Freshly mopped floors and baseboards can help “show off” your kitchen area.  Does your kitchen floor
               show a lot of worn areas?  Will professional cleaning bring back the shine?  Buyers are looking for more
               maintenance free homes and generally pay a higher price for those that are “move-in” condition.


























            •   Eliminate odors by preventing them in the first place.  Try to avoid cooking with cabbage,  onions and
               garlic.  Many people associate strong, spicy odors with un-cleanliness.  Freshen the entire kitchen by
               sending a lemon through the garbage disposal.  Sweeten the refrigerator with a box of baking soda.
            •   Make bathrooms sparkle by cleaning tile & porcelain.  Commercial cleaners or vinegar will   remove
               unsightly hard water stains.  Replace any loose caulking or grout. While you’re at it, fix any dripping
               faucets.
            •   Pantries & closets should be organized to make them appear larger.  It may be to your benefit to clean,
               pack & store unneeded items, such as seasonal clothing.  This will give a neat,  uncluttered look.
            •   If your kitchen cabinets are wood grain, would a coat of polish help bring out the shine, or do they need
               refinishing?
            •   Are all of your appliances in good working order - is the oven clean?  Is the refrigerator cluttered with
               notes, pictures and schoolwork?
            •   Wash all windows. Keep curtains and drapes crisp and clean.  Vacuum blinds and wash window sills.
            •   If there are any light fixtures that you would like to take with you, you may want to replace them before
               marketing your home.







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