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More Money For Your House
11 Point System To Make Your
House More Valuable
Experience...
The Difference
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Tracy Stepp,
GRI
Realtor® / Broker
800-719-1541
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"You'll never get a
second chance to make a good
first impression"...
Start with your
lawn - the first thing that prospective buyers see.
- Is
the lawn
trimmed and edged?
- Are
flower
beds clear of leaves, weeds & grass? p Is appeal of the house
enhanced by
adequate flowers and bark chips?
- Are
light
posts, gas grills, outdoor lights, mailboxes, fences or basketball
hoops in
good condition?
- Are
children's
objects removed, such as old - swing sets, sandboxes, etc.?
- Have
any
imperfections to lawn such as bare spots, big holes, ruts, weeds or
crabgrass
been removed or repaired?
- Does
the lawn
have an overall manicured look? p If it is winter, have snow and ice
been
removed from driveway, sidewalks and steps?
Your front door
welcomes the prospect...
A door decoration adds a warm, inviting touch.
- Is the door clean? Does it need
a coat of paint?
- Are
light fixtures, door knockers and doorknobs in good
condition?
- Does
the door
bell work?
- Are
storm
doors clean and in good condition?
- Is
the front-step/porch in good repair?
Decorating
helps
assure top dollar and a quick sale...
A
little Liquid
Gold does wonders for scratched and dry-looking wood.
- Are
walls
clean?
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Has wallpaper
been removed and walls painted?
- Are
all nail and molly holes filled?
- Are
there any cork/mirror tiles, shelves, metal brackets, plant brackets,
stickers,
murals or makeshift cabinets that should be removed?
- Should
the ceiling be textured to cover flaws?
- Are
switch-plates clean?
Clean windows
show the bright side of your home...
Let the prospective buyers see how
cheerful your home can
be.
- Have
curtains and draperies been
opened to highlight walls and ceilings?
- Will
window coverings appeal to
the general public?
- Do sheers cover all windows facing
the street?
A clean kitchen
is a must...
Many buyers
judge the housekeeping by the oven and stove.
- Is the interior of the oven, stove,
and dishwasher clean and stain
free?
- Have the cabinets been cleared of
all but essential
items?
- Are
the counter tops clean and
clear of clutter?
- Is
the Formica stained? (Baking
soda removes stains without
marring the
finish.)
Sparkling
bathrooms help sell your home...
Spic-and-span
throughout is the way to judge
the bathrooms.
- Are shower doors, ceramic tile and
grouting clean and free of soap film?
- Are
fixtures polished and free of
water marks?
- Is lighting adequate?
- Does toilet seat need to be
replaced?
- Is exhaust fan working? Is it
quiet?
- Is there a window available? Open
it and let the fresh air in.
Avoid cluttered
appearances...
Perhaps now is
the time to plan a garage sale.
- Do
you have
excess furniture which makes the rooms appear cramped?
- Are toys and other articles picked
up?
- Is the stairway clear? This is
essential!
Make the closets
look as large as possible...
Remove or pack items that can be stored elsewhere.
- Is the closet neat and organized?
- Are
wall surfaces in need of
paint?
- Are
shelving
and hardware in good condition?
- If
the closets have lights, are the bulbs bright?
- Do
closet doors operate smoothly and quietly?
From
top to
bottom... Remove all unnecessary items.
- Have
you removed all excess items
from the basement, garage and other utility spaces?
- Is
there a damp smell in the basement or crawl space? Mold is a major
concern, find the source of the water/moisture and make repairs. A
dehumidifier can help control moisture levels.
- Are
the walls dark and dull? If so, they can easily be brightened with a
coat of
paint.
- Do
all the
lights work? Are they bright enough?
- Are
window areas clean and sealed
properly? Are window wells free of debris?
- Is
the floor covering in good condition? Replace worn or dated
Carpets and Floor Coverings
- Do the steps or handrails need
paint or repair?
- Is the basement immaculate?
- Is
the sump pump clear and
operable?
Check
major appliances...
A little correction could be
worth many dollars...
- Is
the
attic
fan running quietly?
- Is
the exterior water heater clean?
- Does
the water softener work? Is it clean?
- Is
the
water heater in good condition?
Drain a pail of water to remove rust particles.
- Does
the furnace work properly?
- When
was
the air conditioner last
checked? Does the air filter work properly? Is it clean?
- Do
kitchen
appliances
work properly? (Dishwasher, range/oven, disposal, exhaust fan,
compactor,
refrigerator, etc.)
- Does the
garage
door opener work properly and quietly?
Minor
flaws suggest neglect to
the prospect...
Have them fixed to get top dollar
for you house.
- Do the screen doors close tightly?
- If
the
property has a storage shed, is it
in good condition?
- Is
there a
dog house, and should
it be removed? Is the driveway in good condition?
- Are gutters
and downspouts in good repair? 0 Do gutters drain away from
the house?
- Is
the roof in good repair?
- Are the
hardwood floors in excellent condition?
- Are
vinyl floors in good repair?
- Eliminate
all foul odors. Very, Very Important!!!
We
appreciate the opportunity to
be of service by providing this brochure. This information has helped
our
clients receive more money for their properties.
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What
others are saying about the experience:
"Thank
you for all your hard work and diligence in helping us get our new
home. You have been awesome every step of the way! We will definitely
recommend you if anyone we know needs a Realtor. We could not
have 'made it through the bumpy road with the wheels still on' without
your guidance. Take care and we would love for you to see the
house after we move in." - Lee & Tracy
"Thanks
again for all of your efforts with the numerous details of my
relocation/selling process. The pictures are great.
I will reference these again one day, and I greatly appreciate your
thoughtfulness. I thought you did an excellent job throughout
the entire process." - Brian
"Thank
you for all your hard work. You give 100% and more. That's very rare.
Working with you was a pleasure. Thank you for getting the house sold
so
quickly! If you're ever in Texas please look us up, Take care" - Lance
& Kara
"Being first time home buyers we were unfamiliar
with all the "home
buying" language. Tracy went out of his way, any time of the
day, to make sure we had all our questions answered. We are very happy
in our first home. Thank you for all your help". - Darren &
Marianne
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Tracy
Stepp is a Real Estate Agent Serving the Central Indiana
area including: Noblesville, Carmel, Fishers,
Westfield, Indianapolis, Cicero, Arcadia, Sheridan,
Pendleton, Lapel, Atlanta, Hamilton County,
Morse Lake, Geist Lake.
Tracy Stepp,
GRI
Realtor® / Broker
FC Tucker Co. Inc.
100 Lakeview Dr.
Noblesville IN 46060
800-719-1541
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