Sellers Checklist - Your Home's Exterior

• The condition of your home's exterior is most important when it comes to buyer appeal. Touch up trim paint on doors, window frames, fascia, etc.
• If your lawn shows no signs of life, a little fertilizer and some water will do wonders for its color. Mow and edge the lawn frequently until the home is sold.
• Overgrown shrubbery should be cut back to show as much of the exterior as possible.
• A low-cost investment in seasonal flowers or ground cover will add a personal touch.
• Replace missing shutters, gutters, and downspouts and remove any debris.
• Inspect the roof for necessary repairs and any visible broken shingles or tiles.
• Cracks in the driveway and sidewalks can be easily repaired with ready-mix cement. For excessive stains, there are easy-to-use cleaning agents at your home repair store.
• Stucco water stains can be repaired using a mild bleaching agent.
• Fences should be mended and painted.
• If the street sweeper does not come every week, make sure the area in front of your curb and driveway are clear of debris. Wash it down with the hose.
• Wash all windows inside and outside.
• All of these suggestions may also apply to your back yard or child's play area.

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