Tips to Sell Faster and for More Money!

1. Front Door & Entryway:
   • Make sure the hardware on the front door is polished and in good shape. Replace it if needed! This is the buyer’s first impression of the home.
   • Apply a fresh coat of paint to make the front door inviting and clean.
   • Replace your worn-out welcome mat and add a front door wreath.
   • Add potted flowers when the weather permits. If not in use, put the pots away.
2. Landscaping:
   • Add new mulch to flower gardens and around trees.
3. Bathrooms:
   • Remove personal items from bathroom countertops.
   • Use Dawn dish soap for cleaning plastic tubs and showers.
   • Hide toilet plungers, toilet brushes, and small garbage cans in all bathrooms.
   • Avoid rugs in bathrooms.
   • Use one color of towels (white towels look the crispest). Make sure they are in good shape.
4. Personalization:
   • Remove personal photographs. Family photo walls make it harder for buyers to visualize themselves in the home.
5. Repairs & Touch-ups:
   • Use Watco Rejuvenating Oil to restore worn or scratched wood.
   • Touch up paint on trim, moldings, baseboards, and vents.
   • Replace burnt-out light bulbs and ensure they are all the same hue (bright or daylight bulbs).
6. Decluttering & Staging:
   • Downsize your closet contents. Remove all items from the floor and clear off the top shelf.
   • Remove items from windowsills and clean them. Use a fabric softener sheet to reduce dust.
   • Remove or cover torn upholstered furniture. Buyers may question the condition of the house if furniture is not in good shape.
   • Minimize themed rooms to appeal to a wider range of buyers.
7. Lighting:
   • Turn on every light in the house during showings, even in the daytime.
   • Keep all curtains and blinds open.
8. Exterior & Yard:
   • Remove stored items (e.g., wood scraps, paint cans, building materials) from around the perimeter of the house.
   • Keep sidewalks free of snow in the winter.
   • In the summer, run the sprinkler before showings to add sparkle to the grass.
9. Pets & Smells:
   • Limit visible pet-related items during showings.
   • Avoid cooking foods with strong odors before showings.
   • Do not use plug-in air fresheners, as they may give the impression you’re masking a smell.
10. Temperature:
    • Set your home to a comfortable temperature:
      • Summer: Between 73°F and 79°F
      • Winter: Between 68°F and 74°F
11. Outdoor Spaces:
    • Showcase your deck or patio as a valuable additional entertaining area.
      • Coloradoans love outdoor living spaces!