3 Simple Steps to Stage, Show, Sell / by Lee McKnight

Step 1: Clean, Declutter & Organize. 

It’s obvious, I know, but the importance of cleaning, decluttering and organizing cannot be overstated. 

  • Declutter – it’s time to purge your house of unwanted, unnecessary items. Be brutal! 

  • Deep clean – pay special attention to the kitchen, bathrooms, and windows. Yes, clean your windows and you’ll be amazed at how your home sparkles 

  • Organize - this is one case where out of sight is not out of mind. Clean and organized storage tells buyers this home is loved.

Step 2: DIY, Minor & Misc. Repairs. 

Take care of these minor issues before they become major problems

  • Fix leaking faucets, running toilets

  • Refresh caulk, grout at tubs, showers, sinks, and counters

  • Repair wall damage and, if needed, repaint in a fresh, neutral pallet 

  • Repair/Replace cracked, broken windows & window screens

  • Replace burned-out light bulbs

Step 3: First Impressions 

It’s true, you don’t get a second chance to make a first impression. Charm buyers by the outside so they can’t wait to see what’s inside. 

  • Repair broken downspouts, gutters, screens

  • Remove anything not necessary, in use or broken

  • General Landscape Clean-up

  • Pay special attention to the front entry; polish, scrub, add sparkle

  • Make house numbers easy to see and stylish