Summer Market Home Preperation
Preparing your home for a summer sale is all about maximizing curb appeal, creating a bright and welcoming interior, and emphasizing features buyers will love during warmer months. Here’s a checklist to help you get your home market-ready:
Curb Appeal: First Impressions Matter
Lawn Care: Mow the lawn, trim hedges, remove weeds, and edge the grass.
Garden: Plant seasonal flowers for color.
Power Wash: Clean driveway, walkways, porch, and siding.
Paint Touch-ups: Repaint or touch up front door, trim, shutters.
Clean Windows: Inside and out.
Outdoor Lighting: Replace bulbs and clean fixtures.
Interior Staging & Cleaning
Declutter: Clear countertops, closets, and floors. Less is more.
Deep Clean: Scrub bathrooms, kitchens, floors, carpets.
Depersonalize: Remove personal photos and overly specific decor.
Rearrange Furniture: Make rooms look spacious and functional.
Light & Airy: Open blinds, add mirrors, use light-colored accessories around the house.
Fix Minor Issues: Leaky faucets, squeaky doors, chipped paint.
Summer-Specific Touches
Highlight Cooling Features: Fans, AC units, or energy-efficient windows. Don’t let the home get too warm for visitors.
Stage Outdoor Spaces:
Set up patio furniture, clean the grill, display summer plants.
Pools: Keep your pool sparkling. Don’t let the water get murky or show signs of algae.
Make sure your pool equipment (pumps, filters, heaters) have been serviced and all are in good working order.
Let the Light In: Bright homes sell faster—maximize natural light.
Refresh Scent: Use citrus or linen-scented air fresheners if needed.
Final Touches Before Showings
Keep the temperature cool indoors.
Store seasonal clutter (kids’ gear, sports equipment).
Set the mood with soft background music and subtle lighting.
As with any season, getting your home in tip-top shape will help speedup the process of getting your home sold. No mater what marketing tools we use, if your home isn’t clean, in good repair and inviting, you will be facing an uphill challenge.
Want more advice or hints? write us at homesbyhartman@realtyagent.com
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