Tips for selling your home in Rochester & Irondequoit

Is My Home Ready to Sell?
Giving Your Home the On-the-Market-Makeover

You work with a Realtor because he or she is best able to sell your home quickly and profitably. Your relationship with your Realtor is a partnership. While s/he markets your property, it is up to you to give your home a simple, inexpensive make-over. It can go a long way toward a speedy sale.

Before the "Showings" Begin

• Make sure your front entrance is clean and inviting.
• Paint or replace your front door if it is faded or worn.
• Add some paint to shutters, trim, and any other outside features showing signs of wear and tear.

• Keep windows and floors clean.
• Repair worn woodwork.
• Repaint or touch-up scarred or dirty walls.
• Steam clean carpeting or replace if necessary.

• Try not to be home during home tours. Buyers often feel uncomfortable in the presence of the homeowner.
• Minimize distractions - turn ringer off on phone.
• Keep pets and supplies out of sight.
• Keep the heat or air conditioning at comfortable levels.
• If you have a fireplace, light it during winter/ fall showings.
• Remove personal effects such as photographs (buyers try to picture themselves and their families in the home).
• Use candles or air fresheners to create a pleasant aroma.

• Open curtains and blinds to add natural light.
• Remove clutter from surfaces, closets, and basement. This makes spaces appear larger.
• Arrange rooms neatly and remove excess furniture.

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