Seller's Info

"YOU NEVER GET A SECOND CHANCE TO MAKE A GOOD FIRST IMPRESSION. ”  

Start with your lawn - this is the first thing that prospective buyer's see.   Make sure your lawn is trimmed and edged. During winter, keep snow and ice removed from sidewalks and steps.

YOUR FRONT DOOR WELCOMES THE PROSPECT.

Always make sure that it is clean and freshly painted. A seasonal door decoration adds a warm, inviting touch.

DECORATING HELPS ASSURE TOP DOLLAR

Attractively painted walls, in a neutral color, add appeal to your home

CLEAN WINDOWS SHOW THE BRIGHT SIDE OF YOUR HOME.

By opening draperies and curtains, you highlight your walls and ceilings, letting prospective buyers see how cheerful your home can be.  Use maximum wattage in lamps and light fixtures.

A CLEAN KITCHEN IS A MUST.

Make sure your range, dishwasher, sink and countertops are clean and fresh. 

SPARKLING BATHROOMS HELP SELL YOUR HOME.

Shower doors, ceramic tile and grouting should be cleaned and free of soap film.  Fixtures should be polished and free of water marks, repair caulking in bathtubs and showers.

AVOID CLUTTERED APPEARANCES

By removing excess furniture and other items that you seldom use.  Keep newspapers, toys and other articles picked up.  Clean stairways are essential.  Objects on any stairs are dangerous.

MAKE CLOSETS LOOK LARGER

By removing items that can be stored elsewhere.  Neat, well-organized closets show that there is ample space.

FROM TOP TO BOTTOM

Display the full value of your basement, garage, or other utility space by removing all unnecessary articles.  Dark, dull walls are easily brightened with a coat of paint. If the basement or crawl space has a damp smell, place a bag of limestone in the damp area.

CHECK MAJOR APPLIANCES.

Be sure to clean the exterior of the water heater, furnace and other appliances that will be seen by the prospective buyers.

REPAIRS ARE REQUIRED

If closet doors are off their tracks, door knobs are loose, screen doors don’t close, faucets are dripping on floor or ceiling moulding is cracked.  Have them fixed so we can get top dollar for your house.

MANY INTRODUCTIONS ARE DISTRACTING.

Have as few people as possible in the house when it is shown. This puts the prospective buyer at ease and gives them a chance to absorb clearly the advantages of your property.  If you have a pet we suggest you keep it out of the way, preferably out of the house.

LET YOUR HANNA ASSOCIATE TALK.

Be polite but do not strike up a conversation with the prospective buyer.  Your Hanna Associate has already given details on your property and needs all the attention of the buyer to increase his/her interest.

NIGHT APPOINTMENTS.

Remember to turn on the porch light and any other outside lights that highlight your property when showing the house after dark.  Also be sure the house is well lit when the hour of appointment nears.

Below you can check off items from the list as you get them done:

___You never get a second chance to make a good first impression

___Your front door welcomes the prospect

___ Decorating helps assure top dollar

___Clean windows show the bright side of your home

___A clean kitchen is a must

___Sparkling bathrooms help sell your home

___Avoid cluttered appearances

___Make closets look larger

___From top to bottom

___Check major appliances

___Repairs are required

___Many introductions are distracting

___Let your Hanna associate talk

___Night Appointments