Tips for Selling Your Home

Select Professional Representation - Interview local REALTORS; they are the most knowledgeable about your area - Obtain a comparative market analysis - Tell your agent your selling goals both financial and your timeline; Make sure you have a comfortable working relationship with your REALTOR and are communicating on a regular basis.

Establish a Marketing Plan - Consistent local and regional advertising - Brokers Open House, allows agents from other area agencies to view your home - Agents Caravan, every agent from listing agency to view your home - Open Houses - Access to the MLS systems and internet presence.

Prepare Your House for Showings and Open Houses - Do a "Spring" cleaning - Enhance curb appeal with touch up paint and flowers - Remove clutter - Clean out closets - Make small easy repairs - Check all light bulbs for proper working order.

Open House and Showing Checklist - Do a quick dusting of furniture, floors and countertops - Vacuum - Pets? Make sure areas are clean - Are your bathrooms clean? - Clear the clutter - Take the trash out - Is your home scented? - Turn on at least one light in each room - Finally, make plans to be away during specified time period.