When selling your home the appearance can be one of the most important things which attracts a buyer.  Many needed improvements and repairs can add to the value of your home.  Here are a few tips to help you maximize your home’s value.

• Keep your house and garage tidy
• Repair sticking doors or windows
• Decorate faded walls and touch-up worn woodwork
• Replace cracked windows, door windows and torn screens
• Clean and sanitize carpets and rugs
• Repair word carpeting and rugs
• Repair broken switches and light bulbs
• Wash or paint exterior, if necessary
• Repair leaky plumbing
• Abolish objectionable odors
• Keep pets out of sight and under control
• Keep television and radio volumes low or off
• Make sure your lawn and other landscaping is neatly trimmed and mowed
• Open the drapes and curtains. Clean the windows. Dark rooms do not appeal to most buyers
• Have your closets cleaned and organized
• Repair or replace discoloured or damaged caulking around bathtubs and showers

Are you thinking about making a move?  If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home or condo in Toronto or Durham, contact me at 416-889-8916 or email [email protected]

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