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Real Estate Guides Home Seller's Guide Showing Your Home
Last Updated on Monday, 24 March 2008 13:49 Written by Clancy Fort Thursday, 29 November 2007 13:30
So, you've prepared your home to sell and have put it on the market. Now the call comes that a prospective buyer is coming to take a look. Here are some simple steps to take to make sure you home is being shown in the best light.
Before Your House Is Shown
 | Tag or remove items not included in sale (i.e. water conditioner, chandeliers, plants, drapes). |
| Open shades and curtains to let in light. |
| Turn on enough lights so home is well-lit during showing. |
| At night, turn on porch light and outdoor lighting. |
| Tidy all the rooms. Neatness makes a room easier to view. |
| Clean dirty dishes in the sink and put away any dishes on counter. |
| Keep toys in the children's rooms. |
| Put away items in the yard such as bicycles, gardening tools and skateboards. |
| If fall or winter, light a fire in the fireplace. |
While Your House Is Being Shown
| When possible, leave while the property is shown. If not, remain in an area not being shown by the sales associate. |
| Let the real estate expert show your house. Answer questions candidly when asked, but avoid questioning potential buyers. |
| Refer inquiries about seeing your house to your Realtor to take advantage of the agent's professional skills in selling your home. |
| Don't mention items you wish to dispose of unless asked. |
| It is best to be away when your agent is holding an open house. |
| Keep pets outdoors or in one area. |
| Keep children quiet and in one area. |
| Keep radio, stereo or TV on low volume. |
| Keep money and other valuable items out of sight. |
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