Page 3 - Listing Brochure

STAGING YOUR HOME FOR SALE

Show houses are an important element in the marketing of your property. First
impressions sell a home. There is never a second chance for a first impression.

Here are some pointers to think about when preparing your “Show House” for
maximum appeal to a prospective buyer:

Pavement Garden
Mow lawn & trim edges Keep well watered in summer
Paint exterior walls Weed regularly & rake up leaves
Repair/replace broken tiles Prune bushes & trees
Turn flower beds before show house
Entrance Cut grass
Paint front door
New door mat Bathrooms
Spruce up pot plants Replace unsightly toilet seats
Ensure doorbell is working Remove acid, rust & lime
Clean tiles and fittings
Driveway Check that taps work
Ensure bricks/paving are in good repair Re-grout tiles and clean showers
Sweep & clear clutter
Kitchen
Garage Clean & clear clutter
Keep garage as uncluttered as possible Clean sink and stove
Good illumination Clean top of fridge
Paint door if necessary
General - Wash/Clean/Vacuum
General Repairs Carpets
Gutters and fascias Floors
TV aerial Walls
Sagging taps Fireplaces
Creaky doors
Broken windows Swimming Pool
Loose door handles Ensure pool is sparkling clean
Remove rusted garden furniture Clean outdoor furniture and enhance
with bright cushions
Roof
Paint if necessary
Replace any broken tiles