(WILL THE ANSWERS TO THESE QUESTIONS HELP ME GET MORE CASH FOR MY HOME IN A SHORTER PERIOD OF TIME AND WITH THE GREATEST OF EASE? )

• Does the house or any part of the house need painting?


• Shall I re-seed the lawn and/or get my landscaping in top shape?


• What about the screens? Any holes? What about the windows? Do they work well or do they need attention?


• Does the carpet need cleaning?  How about replacing?  **ask your agent about companies we work with that will put in all new carpet and wait until closing for payment!


• Are pets under control at all times?


• Am I ready for showing at all reasonable times?


• Are all the appliances in good working order?


• Should I stay out of prospective buyers way?


• What is the buyer's first impression of the exterior of our house?  What can I do to improve it?


• What is the buyer's first impression as they step inside my house?  What can I do to improve it?


• Since the buyer will be looking in the closets, should I remove some of my clothing to make them look roomier?


• Can I take items from kitchen cabinets to make them look more spacious?


• Is there furniture I could store or dispose of to make rooms appear larger?


• Do any cabinets need to be touched up or refinished?


• Should I give my GIRARD agent a list of things my family likes about the house and the neighborhood?


• What about the door mats?  Should I replace them with new ones that are neutral?


• Should I remove an ornate item that a buyer may want as part of the house? For example, a chandelier?


• Should I ask my GIRARD agent for a list of recommendations prepared especially for marketing my house?


• Is the price and terms offered going to appeal to most of the buying public in my price range?


• Do I need to be aware of other houses similar to mine also being offered for sale?


• Are the garage and storage areas as clean and neat as they should be?


• Is there any loud paint or paper that could be removed to appear fresh and neutral to a buyer?


• Before spending needless time and money, should I consult with my GIRARD agent?