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Criteria f Selecting a Listing Agent
Real estate consumers would be wise to select an agent:
1. Who is professional in appearance, attitude, demeanor, and capability
2. Whose company has a strong local reputation for service, ethical performance and available resources
3. Who is willing to prepare, present, and commit to a written comprehensive marketing plan
4. Who is willing to commit to a schedule of communication, follow-up activities and attending to details
5. Who has experience and knowledge of the local marketplace
6. Who is skilled and accomplished in formulating and implementing effective negotiating strategies
7. Who has reputation for caring, committed and trustworthy service
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If you are talking to other Realtors, we think you won’t find anyone else in our marketplace who does all the things we do to get your home SOLD!
This is a business for us, not a hobby like it is for so many other Realtors.
Go ahead, check and see how other Realtors compare. Very few do all that we do, and that’s why we sell more homes!
Do the Other Real Estate Professionals Match Up to Mistie Woods?
When interviewing real estate professionals to market and sell your property, here is a list of questions to utilize in gaining a better understanding of his or her commitment.
Mistie Woods Other REALTORS®
Do you work as a full time REALTOR®?
How many assistants do you have working on your team so that you can spend your time selling Real Estate?
What have you done to improve yourself, such as professional designations?
Do you have a written business plan and mission statement?
Do you have a Communications Binder?
Will you send reports on showings and feedback from other agents and marketing activities on my property?
Will you produce a professional flyer with color pictures of my home for prospective buyers?
How many transactions have you personally completed? May I please see a list of addresses?
Will you supply me with a list of references for my review?
How do you rank among peers? (i.e., are you the company’s top producer?)
Can you show me how much money you will personally invest in order to get my home sold? How will that money be used?
Do you have processes that prospect full time for buyers?
Are you ever asked to share your state-of-the-art programs with other REALTORS®?
Over 2,000 Transactions in the last 12 years! Yes! Yes
Top Producer Sales Professional Award, Leading Edge Society Award, Over $300 Million Sold in the last 12 years!
ention the word ‘home’ and Mistie is all over it! It’s not just about selling homes for Mistie, it’s her way of life and passion! She loves it! Working through the entire process and making sure that this roof over someone’s head is not just a roof, but a safe and secure place to allow memories and moments to happen. She truly believes that finding that perfect home is the start to a person’s or family’s dreams. And when it’s time to move on, she wants people to move on to their next phase in life and fulfill that dream and leave those memories behind with happiness and not burdens.
Mistie grew up in the Big City of Phoenix, AZ, but has embraced whole heartedly over 18 years the simple life that Cheyenne, WY brings. Cheyenne is that dream for her with the wonderful relaxed and friendly folks and the convenience of a modern city. She knew the moment she arrived that this was the place she wanted to raise her family. Cheyenne is a caring place where everyone knows your name!
Mistie has always loved helping people in any avenue. She has done volunteer work most of her life, weather it be church, schools, community events & organizations. She believes that a strong community is the backbone to a thriving city!
Mistie began her real estate career in 2006. Since then she has become one of the top real estate professionals in southeast Wyoming, closing an average of over 120 transactions per year! She specializes in home buyers, sellers, military, relocation, new construction, foreclosures and investment property! She truly has a compassion for all people, no matter the situation.
Turning your dreams into an address.
Personal Statement
Mistie loves spending time with her kids and watching her boys play hockey. She also enjoys traveling, competing in athletic competitions and spending time with friends. Mistie’s knack for listening and focusing on the needs of her clients had made home sales a success for her clients. She has a true purpose and passion that helps each person achieve their real estate goals. She will always invest her time so that you can invest in home ownership.
Real Estate Experience
• REALTOR® since 2006, representing buyers and sellers from day one
• Top-Producing agent in Cheyenne MLS, Residential
• Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)
• Certified Home Marketing Specialist (CHMS)
• e-Pro Internet Professional
Community Involvement
You name it, she’s there...but she’s especially passionate about the following organizations:
• Cheyenne Capitals Youth Hockey
• Cheyenne Animal Shelter
• Realtor Family Fund
• Saint Mary’s Catholic School
• Boys and Girls Club
• Habitat for Humanity
• Friday Food Bag
• Cheyenne Extreme Softball
• Christian Evan Fund of Wyoming
• Cheyenne Stampede Hockey
• Realtor Political Action Committee
• Cheyenne Youth Alternatives
• CFD Crisis Fund
• Cowboy Joe Club
• Team Rubicon
• Make a Wish Foundation
• Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce
Pre Releases
Innovative Marketing Course Benefits Area Home Sellers
Mistie Woods Achieves Certified Home Marketing Specialist Designation
Cheyenne, WY — Amid national attention to the real estate market, real estate professional Mistie Woods of Prudential Cheyenne Real Estate acquired new skills to decrease market time and maximize selling prices. Eager to develop a new approach for timely, efficient home sales, Mrs. Woods attended the nationally renowned Certified Home Marketing Specialist Course taught by Martha Webb at the Cheyenne Board of Realtors.
Addressing in-depth market analysis, strategic pricing and effective home staging, the Certified Home Marketing Specialist Course provides agents with much expertise to excel in today’s competitive real estate environment. The result? Homes sell faster at better prices — in any market.
Ms. Webb, author and producer of Dress Your House for Success and one of the country’s foremost authorities on home staging, has taught her proprietary system for increased sales and maximum profit to thousands of real estate agents nationwide. Now, Mrs. Woods has joined this prestigious group by achieving professional certification as a Home Marketing Specialist following her participation in Tuesday’s course.
“This course is a must for any agent who wants to provide the best service possible,” says Mrs. Woods “Having this certification means I can offer my clients a level of expertise that you just don’t learn in standard classes.”
“Now, instead of just saying ‘make sure everything’s clean before a showing, I can go through the house with my clients, room by room, and point out things we can do to help potential buyers connect emotionally with the house.”
“Strategic pricing is key to moving properties quickly in any market. Add staging to the equation and you have the enviable position of being able to give buyers a true feeling for what it would be like to live there while sellers get the benefit of faster sales at the best price possible,” Mrs. Woods adds.
A phenomenon that’s swept the real estate industry over the past several years, home staging has increasingly become an integral component of any successful home sale. Real estate agents who have completed the Certified Home Marketing Specialist course offer clients concrete, market-specific guidance to position properties to make a direct emotional connection with potential buyers.
“We talk a lot about “‘buyers’ markets and ‘sellers’” markets, but what it all boils down to is knowing how to effectively reach out to home buyers regardless of the market,” says Mistie Woods, Realtor® Professional at #1 Properties. “The Certified Home Marketing Specialist Course presented by Martha Webb gives agents those skills.”
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My Clients Say...
Mistie Woods and her team are amazing. I wouldn’t work with anyone else! –JK
We are so pleased with Mistie Woods. She did a great job of keeping us informed,and looking out for us. Thanks! –B/KP
Mistie Woods is a fantastic agent and it was a pleasure to work with her and #1 Properties. I will absolutely recommend her and the company to people in the future. –KB We were anxious about the process of buying a house; its a huge commitment. Mistie guided us through it and offered such helpful advice, that we weren’t stressed at all. She went above and beyond to help us find our new home and we can’t thank her enough!
Mistie is friendly and quick to answer questions. We love working with her! –D/NA
Mistie was the perfect agent for us! She understood what we we re looking for and helped us make our house presentable for sale. We will never use anyone else and will always recommend Mistie to anyone who asks! She w ent out of her way to make our experience so, so positive. –P/BB
Mistie was a wonderful agent! I would recommend her to others. She touched base with us and would answer any questions we had along the way of the building process. –K/MM
We asked Mistie to help us find a house after meeting her at an open house. She was super friendly and accommodating to our needs. We have already recommended her to our acquaintances. –J/KL
Mistie Woods was a great realtor for us. She made the process s mooth and painless. She was working around the clock for us, and was very easy to talk to and work with. We will be using her again to sell our home and will definitely recommend her to anyone who needs a realtor. Great experience! –T/RC
the leader in Cheyenne real estate since 1984
In 1984, #1 Properties was founded with the vision of being the real estate brokerage in Southeast Wyoming that brings knowledge, exemplary professional service, and community committment to all aspects of real estate brokerage. Over the last three decades, we have built a reputation for results based on that concept.
Our success is based on attracting and keeping the best and brightest in the business while staying true to our emphasis to work as a team to benefit our clients and the community.
Today, #1 Properties consists of 90+ full-time, dedicated real estate professionals who have an investment in their careers and their community. We live here, work here, and raise our families here. We are a locally owned, independent company. Decisions are made right here at home.
Our #1 Associated play active rols in the community: serving on boards, commissions, and committees, chairing and supporting fundraisers, participating in school and youth events, and volunteering at every level. We know the territory and are committed to building and being part of a great place to live.
Matching People and Properties
Our network consists of hundreds of other agencies and links you with unlimited potential opportunities in residential real estate. And our Affiliates have community contacts and resources to assist you through every aspect of your real estate transaction.
Giving You Our Full Attention
Our team of available and knowledgeable real estate professionals, rather than just one individual, often means the ability to close your deal more quickly and efficiently. You can be assured of continuous activity on your property needs and ongoing status reporting.
Providing the Distinctive Difference
As specialists in residential real estate, we answer your questions, guide and counsel you throughout the process. We dedicate our time and efforts to creating the optimum solution to your commercial real estate needs.
The power, strength and stability of #1 Properties’ ability to provide exceptional service to you - whether you are buying or selling.
Aggressive Marketing Program
Knowledgeable and Experienced Professionals
Accessible and Available
Continuous Status Reporting
Team Approach to Client Service
Community and Governmental Contacts
Team of Real Estate Specialists
Networking with Other Real Estate Companies Nationwide
Ten Reasons to Cho e #1 Properties
1. Our full-time professional REALTORS® are dedicated to achieving your real estate goals.
2. As a 34 year old real estate company in Cheyenne, we have a deep understanding of the local market
3. Our reputation in the community is built on a foundation of integrity, superior service, dedication, and mutual trust
4. Our name is recognized by the community, and that brings customers to your door to buy your property
5. You will receive service unparalleled in the real estate industry
6. As a member of a nationwide network, we have the benefit of being a local company with a global point of view. We use the most innovative and effective techniques to help you sell your property.
7. Our relocation and referral services are the best in the industry - that means that wherever you need real estate services, we can and will help you realize your goals.
8. In an age of standardization, we will provide custom service. You will get a marketing plan designed to help you realize your dream.
9. Our technology allows us to respond to you in the most effective and most efficient way.
10. As time becomes more precious, we continue to provide more effective and efficient levels of service to save you time.
Behind the Scenes
Call them what you will – pit crew, support team, tactical reinforcement – this group forms the backbone of #1 Properties. Largely unseen, but hard at work every day, our staff is second-to-none.
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Nicole Castillon
Licensed Transaction Coordinator | Office Coordinator
Fela Scheiderer
Transaction Coordinator | 6106 Yellowstone Rd
Cassie Jo Kennedy
Transaction Coordinator | 6106 Yellowstone Rd
Brittney Korte
Transaction Coordinator | 6020 Yellowstone Rd
Jamie Hunt
Transaction Coordinator | 1660 Dell Range Office
MARKETING DEPARTMENT
Erin Turbitt Design & Marketing
Heather Hansen Design & Marketing
Michaela Metzler Design & Communication
Charissa Hawkins Communication & Special Projects
Stacie Rayl Marketing & Transaction Assistant
Brady Cates Design & Communication
Marketing Plan
Prepare Comparative Market Analysis to establish fair market value
Prepare listing paperwork
Advise you how to prepare your property for showing
Send listing information to Multiple Listing Service (MLS)
Place “For Sale” sign on property, if needed
Notify leading real estate professionals of this new listing
Schedule property for office tour
Schedule property for MLS tour
Distribute “Just Listed” flyers to neighborhood
Notify potential buyers with details of listing
Hold open houses, if needed
Place “open house” ad in local newspaper
Arrange showings for other agents
Contact you regularly with verbal progress reports
Review marketing activities with you
Pre-qualify potential buyers
Present and discuss with you all offers on property
Help you negotiate the transaction with the buyer
Complete the sales contract
Confirm that all contingencies on sales contract are completed
Complete the closing
Arrange for relocation services, if required
Arrange for moving company, if required
Other services...
PROFESSIONALS
85+ Real Estate Experts
synergetic and knowledgeable team
REALTOR® Hosted Open Houses
Average of 50 houses every weekend
PRINT ADVERTISING
Just Listed Postcards direct mailing
Preview Magazine display ads every month
Property Brochures custom, professional, high-quality
Newspaper Ads
6 full-page color ads each weekend
Yard Signs
Eye-catching at every listing
ONLINE MARKETING
Property Brochures on ISSUU beautiful digital publishing platform
Matterport 3D Space Virtual reality of a property
Realtor.com upgraded, fully enhanced listings
Real estate search engines
Trulia, Zillow, Yahoo homes, etc.
User-friendly Website cheyennehomes.com
Custom Bit.ly links to track online listing traffic
Social Media
3 Facebook pages, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, Google+, LinkedIn, YouTube
Property Drone Videos on our YouTube channel
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How many using lockbox?
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• Targets Serious Buyers who are excited about your home
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Find open houses or request a showing
#1 Properties agents host over 50 open houses, on average, each Saturday and Sunday, and the schedule is added to cheyennehomes.com every Friday. If you think you’ve found your dream home and don’t want to wait for the weekend, just click the button to request an appointment!
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Consumers are searching online for real estate 89% of buyers use the internet when looking for a home
Home buyers use realtor.com as a go-to resource for real estate
Approximately 7.5 million visitors search for homes on realtor.com each month
Homes with multiple photos rise to the top
The search results page is the most viewed page on realtor.com and #1 Properties listings include up to 36 photographs
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Realtor.com provides traffic tracking on enhanced listings #1 Properties has access to information about how often a home was viewed on realtor.com
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We Know Who Shows It
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What Do The Buyers Think?
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Every day 8 AM to 8 PM
Masterfully crafted to be one of the finest properties inside Cheyenne’s most exclusive neighborhood, The Pointe. 7609 Jacob Place is marked by modern elegance and convenience, offering only the finest in finishes and fixtures. Gorgeous wood and tile flooring throughout the home and thoughtfully placed in just the right places. Soaring ceilings in the main living area with a modern wide-profile fireplace. The kitchen is a gourmet cooks dream come true, featuring custom cabinetry, quartz counters and large center island. All the appliances are high-end, but the range is a truly special Bertazzoni Italia cooking machine with matching hood. Completing the kitchen is an adjoined dining suite with gorgeous views of the beautiful back yard. The master retreat is luxuriously designed and well appointed. Everything will have it’s perfect space in the 10x12 walk-in closet with center island. The bathroom is designed to provide a spa-like feel with its spacious interior, custom steam shower and Jacuzzi tub. Wide stairs lead to the completely finished basement. There you’ll find a large laundry room with stained concrete floors and countertops. Spacious family room will accommodate a number of guests to entertain! Custom built wet bar with professional drawer fridge, dishwasher and sink. Feel like a workout? Custom built Gym with tough floor and media outlets. The basement also boasts two additional bedrooms with their own sink and vanity rooms connected by a Jack & Jill shower and toilet area. Outside, the home features an abundance of outdoor enjoyment options! Relax in the custom sunk-in hot tub on the sprawling deck, or take in some conversation with loved ones around the built-in fire pit. Yards of stamped concrete provide entertainment venues and pathways around the property. This is an opportunity to own one of Cheyenne Wyoming’s dream homes!
G OURMET Kitchen
details
6 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
3-Car Garage
Ranch Style Home
Stucco Exterior
Built in 2011
5,100 Sq. Ft. Total
2,550 Main Floor
2,550 Basement, 98% finish
Lot Size - 18,125 sq. ft.
Taxes - $3,959.25
HOA - $470/year
dimensions
Living
Second
Third
Fourth
Fifth
Sixth Bedroom/Gym
Office
inclusions
Central AC
Dishwasher
Dishwasher (Wet Bar)
Disposal
Jetted Tub
Microwave
Range/Oven
Refrigerator
Refrigerator (Wet Bar)
L UXURIOUS Master
DIMENSIONS
INCLUSIONS
Wyoming Horse Property with Views! Located just northwest of Cheyenne, this 6+ acre ranchette
Barn with horse stalls, loft and corrals! Vast Western views!
DIMENSIONS
2nd
x
x 14
10 x 12
3rd Bedroom 10 x 12
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Amazing and Well Maintained Home in Bel-Air Hills! 70’s era home with many updates such as Roof, Gutters, Fence, Patio/Deck, Windows, Water Heater...and more! Huge Kitchen and Dining space with fireplace, miles of countertop and large buffet area! Master suite with master bath and dual closets! Finished basement with family room, built-ins, 4th bedroom and craft or laundry room with cabinets and sink! Gorgeous front and back landscaping with sprinkler system! A/C! Close to parks, greenway and Frontier Mall!
The information contained in this brochure was taken from sources believed to be reliable. It is not guaranteed. Distances and measurements are approximate and subject to correction. Buyer should verify all material facts.
DIMENSIONS
Living Room 12 x 19
Family Room 11 x 20
Dining Room 12 x 19
Kitchen 12 x 10
Laundry Room 08 x 11
Master Bedroom 12 x 19
2nd Bedroom 12 x 11
3rd Bedroom 10 x 13
4th Bedroom 09 x 12
Craft Room 07 x 20
FEATURES
Eat In Kitchen
Main Floor Laundry
Main Floor Master
Back Fenced
Sprinkler System
Utility Shed
Covered Deck
Enclosed Sunroom - no heat
Enclosed Patio/Porch - no heat
INCLUSIONS
Central AC Dishwasher
Disposal
Range/Oven
Refrigerator
Washer/Dryer
Utility Shed
10 x 10
Bedroom 13 x 13
Getting Your House Ready To Sell
Assuming that all of the major systems such as heating, air conditioning, hot water, appliances, etc. are in working order, you are ready to work on the “impression” aspects of your home. Good maintenance and upkeep really pay off Don’t hesitate to make small cosmetic repairs. Remember, everything shows to someone who is about to make such a large financial investment. Take nothing for granted.
When a potential buyer pulls up to your house, their first impressions will stay with her throughout their house hunting. The first impression must be good and strong. The exterior paint should be perfect. Repaint, if necessary. Fresh paint always makes a house look new. Make sure the grass is cut, hedges, bushes, walkways and shrubs are trimmed and cleaned. Clean up any paper or other trash that might have blown into the yard. Also, if it is winter, make sure that the drive and walk are shoveled and kept free of ice and snow. If the buyer has a bad impression of the outside of the house, you have little chance of impressing them with the inside.
Inside your house should be the real selling point. Rooms should be neat, clean and spacious looking. You can make rooms look larger by removing excess furniture and clutter. Cabinets and closets should also be clean. Pack non-essential items. By doing so you accomplish two things: one is to make your cabinet space look much larger, and two, you get some of the drudgery of packing out of the way early.
See that any cracks in the plaster or paint are repaired. Any woodwork such as trim, bookcases, stair railings, etc. should be cleaned and refinished if necessary. Carpets should be shampooed. Bathrooms should be cleaned and polished, chrome, tile and grout especially. The kitchen should be clean and homey looking. Make sure that floors and windows are shining. Drapes should be cleaned. If you have gaslights or a gas grill, make sure that they’re in working order. Make the interior of your home sparkle. It must look well taken care of and homey. Neatness!
Nothing is more offensive to prospective homebuyers than odors and messes associated with pets. If you have a cat, it is a good practice to clean your cat’s letter box once a day. Dog owners should make sure their yards are clean too.
Don’t take short cuts when preparing your house. If the prospective buyer even suspects that you are trying to cover up a problem, you can count him out as a buyer. Be honest. If you have nothing to hide, your honesty could be the best selling tool you have.
Getting Your Home in Top Selling Condition
Curb Appeal
Check the shingles – Repair or replace damaged shingles.
Clean and repair the gutters.
Clean and repair the HVAC units.
Drive up to your home and look at it from afar. Look at it through the eyes of buyers.
Repair broken windows and shutters. Replace torn screens. Make sure frames and seams have solid caulking.
Repair or replace door knobs, doorbell and light fixtures if necessary.
Remove all toys, equipment and litter.
Remove cobwebs and nests.
Remove mildew, moss and stains from the side of your home – use bleach. Remove stains from the walkways and driveway – use concrete cleanser and/ or kitty litter.
Repair and clean patio furniture and deck area. Remove anything that can’t be repaired.
Go around and touch up the exterior of your home with putty and paint.
Clean or paint the front door and mailbox.
Hose off the exterior of your home, especially around entrances. Use siding cleanser.
Wash the windows.
Wash your garbage can and put it in a place where it’s not the first thing potential buyers see when they drive up.
Stack the woodpile neatly.
Mow the lawn.
Trim the trees and shrubs.
Weed the gardens.
Add colorful plants or foliage to fill in bare spots.
Edge the gardens and walkways.
Sweep the walkways and driveway.
Replace doormats that are worn and torn.
Shine brass hardware on the doors and light fixtures. Polish stained wood doors and trim.
Drive up to your home again and look at it from the eyes of a potential buyer.
Walk into your home as a potential buyer. Determine what kind of impression the walkways and entrances now make.
Overall Interior
Walk through your home. Store, give away, throw, or donate anything that you won’t need until after the move; e.g. furniture, knick-knacks, clothing, toys, equipment, appliances, worn rugs, papers, books, cosmetics, jewelry, games, CDs, etc.
Walk through your home again, this time with some tools. Fix loose door knobs, cracked molding, leaky faucets. Remove cob webs.
Replace worn or broken door knobs, cabinet fixtures, light fixtures, light switches, outlet plates, faucets and vent covers.
Clean the fireplace.
Clean the vents.
Clean and organize your closets. Add extra space by storing or giving away items.
Add a fresh coat of paint in light, neutral colors.
Shampoo the carpet. Replace if necessary. Clean and wax the floors.
Vacuum the window blinds, shades and drapes. Wash or dry clean curtains. Wash all the windows, frames and sills.
Add dishes of potpourri.
Remove all valuables, such as jewelry, artwork, knick-knacks, medications, cash, coin collections and so on.
Open all the window shades to create a spacious and bright look.
Put pet supplies and dishes in a place where they are not the first thing potential buyers see or smell when they walk into a room.
Living Room and Family Room
Make these rooms spacious and inviting.
Discard or repair chipped furniture. Replace worn rugs and pillows.
Remove magazines, games, toys and so on.
Make sure the entertainment center sparkles.
Vacuum upholstery, drapes, pillows, etc.
Dining Room
Clean out your china cabinet. Polish any visible silver.
Put a lovely centerpiece on the table – treat yourself to fresh flowers. Set the table for a formal dinner to help potential buyers imagine entertaining there.
Bedrooms
Arrange furniture to create a spacious look.
Remove games, toys, magazines, cosmetics, jewelry – especially on the nightstands.
Replace bedspreads, quilts, and pillow shams if they are worn or faded.
Bathrooms
Remove rust and mildew stains.
Wash or replace shower curtains.
Make sure everything sparkles – including grout.
Replace worn rugs and towels.
Kitchen
Make sure all appliances work.
Throw or eat the foods that you’ve been storing for so long.
Clean the inside of the refrigerator, stove and cabinets. Make sure everything is organized to create a spacious look.
If your stove has electric burners, purchase new drip pans for each burner. Wash removable knobs in your dishwasher.
Polish the cabinets with furniture oil.
Make sure appliances, countertops and the sink sparkle. Install new faucets if necessary.
Attic, Basement and Garage
Get rid of unnecessary items. Store or pack items you won’t need until after the move.
Organize everything to create more floor space and make inspections easy. Put things on shelves or in matching boxes.
Provide bright lighting.
Clean all equipment and vents. Replace filters. Fix any insulation that might be showing.
Take care of stale or musty odors. Open the windows, dust and wash the walls and floors, purchase room deodorizers.
When It’s Time to Show
Make sure your property folder is out in the open. It should contain utility bills, an MLS profile, your Seller’s Disclosure, extra property flyers and extra business cards.
Do a quick clean and vacuum. Air out your house. Dispose all trash.
Put pets outside if it’s safe to do so.
Turn on a radio with peaceful music.
