Page 16 - Homeowners Manual - Utah
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GETTING STARTED - SELLERS
Before putting your home on the market, there are several steps you should take in order to ensure the
greatest amount of positive feedback from prospective buyers and help to sell it faster�
SELF INSPECTION YARD
☐ Walk through home and view objectively, ☐ Mow or trim grass surrounding home�
removing any emotion/sentimentality attached ☐ Re-sod the yard or re-mulch flower/plant beds,
to it� if needed�
☐ Make a list of the repairs/changes that need to ☐ Continue grass/plant maintenance�
be made� ☐ Remove any overgrowth and dead/diseased
☐ Don’t make over-costly changes� plants, shrubs, grass and trees�
☐ Prioritize list - placing those that require more ☐ Weed flower beds�
work or outside resources at the top� WINDOWS & DOORS
☐ Create a timeline of necessary repairs/changes ☐ Polish hardware; knobs, locks, etc�
before showings to prospective buyers� ☐ Ensure they open and close with ease and no
squeaking; or repairs needed�
REPAIR, CHANGES & CLEANING CHECKLIST ☐ Check doorbell functionality�
☐ Clean both inside and outside�
EXTERIOR ☐ Repair any cracks, tears or holes�
☐ Clean out gutters, downspouts, chimney, etc� ☐ Apply a fresh coat of paint, if needed�
☐ Patch peeling or chipped paint with new paint�
☐ Replace damaged roof shingles if applicable�
☐ Repair, paint or stain any overly worn wood ENTRY
decks� ☐ Make sure this area is spotless; clean floors,
☐ Clean dark spots or stains left on concrete or rugs, decorative pieces, etc�
driveway� ☐ Eliminate any clutter to enhance space
☐ Clean and repair fencing surrounding home ☐ Ensure good, functional lighting
and ensure it’s intact�
☐ Maintain good exterior lighting, especially
along walkways�
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