Fix-up #1: Generally Improve Your Home's "Curb Appeal"

Mow the front lawn, water and fertilize if necessary, pick up any trash, sweep your driveway and walks and make sure your home looks good from the street.

Fix-up #2: Make The Front Door And Porch Attractive

You only get one chance so make sure their first impression is the best. Sweep the porch, touch up any paint in this area, wash windows and wipe down the front door.

Fix-up #3: Fix Cracks In The Driveway And Remove Any Oil Stains

Resealing your driveway can dramatically improved the appearance of your home from the street and really make a great impression to potential buyers.

Fix-up #4: Replace Stray or Warped Roofing Shingles

This can potentially save you thousands if your roof in near needing replacement. It makes the buyers feel more comfortable making an offer. Don't get caught with a bad roof by the home inspector and have to spend money you were not planning on.

Fix-up #5: Paint Siding, Trim, Shutters and Doors

If your home is needing a little extra maintenance on the outside definitely do it. Buyers will see the exterior and judge the interior. If it looks good on the outside they will want to see the inside. The more people that go inside the better your chance of an offer.

Fix-up #6: Straighten Any Sagging Gutters

Ice and snow can take its toll on Alaskan homes. Take a few minutes and make the lines of your home stand out, in a good way.

Fix-up #7: Stage The Entry

Replace your worn out doorbell button. Replace your old doormat or place one in front if you don't currently have one. These things will say you care about your home and the doormat will help protect floors and carpets.

Fix-up #8: Clean Your Kitchen

Clean the kitchen especially well. Include the oven, exhaust hood, the inside of the refrigerator and dishwasher. Remove clutter from your counters and cabinets. Some buyers will judge the maintenance of the entire home by the cleanliness of the kitchen.

Fix-up #9: Freshen The Paint

You might need just a touch up or maybe a full repaint. Few things increase the marketability and give you a better cost return than new paint. All walls should be painted light, neutral colors and be welcoming. Fix any holes and touch up any cracks or major blemishes before painting.

Fix-up #10: Polish All Wood or Vinyl Floors

Make sure they are not only clean but shine and look like new.

Fix-up #11: Steam Clean or Replace Worn Carpeting

Your house may not be new but the more it looks that way the more comfortable buyers will be to make an offer on it. Many time replacing worn carpet can get you more out of your home than it cost to have done.

Fix-up #12: Repair Any Dripping Faucets

This quick fix makes a big difference to the buyers and will probably be asked for once the home inspection is completed anyhow.

Fix-up #13: Fix Crooked Drawers & Cabinets

Make sure your kitchen and bathroom cabinets look straight and operate properly.

Fix-up #14: Fix Any Doors That Stick

Make sure all your doors in the home operate properly and do not sick when being opened or closed.

Fix-up #15: Tighten Your Hardware

Make sure that all knobs and handles on cabinets and doors are tightened so that the do not slip or wobble. These minor type repairs in your home suggest neglect to potential buyers.

Fix-up #16: Replace Worn Appliances

Make sure all the appliance that come with the home are in good condition, look nice, and work properly. If not the buyers will already be deducting from your price the cost to replace these.

Fix-up #17: Clean All Windows Inside & Out

Remove the dirt and grime. Make sure to open any blinds or window covering prior to the house being shown. More light makes the home feel larger and more inviting.

Fix-up #18: Scrub Counters, Bathroom Fixtures and Tiles

Make the bathrooms shine and make sure to remove any lingering stains, water deposits or mildew. If your grout needs attention make sure to re-grout.

Fix-up #19: Clean Off The Exterior Of The Water Heater & Furnace

Clean the front surface where prospects will be inspecting. Also drain a bucket of water from the hot water heater to remove any rust particles.

Fix-up #20: Finally, Stage Your Garage!

The ideal two-car garage holds two cars. Make sure that you remove any clutter and make the garage look clean and as though the appropriate number of cars will fit without any problem.

This Report Provided By:

Ryan Tollefsen
Prudential Jack White/Vista Real Estate
(907) 273-7282 - Direct
(907) 242-6911 - Cell
ryan@akhomeshow.com
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