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So many people believe that their home is show ready almost the way they currently live in it because they love it just the way it is and figure that everyone else would to. What sellers really need to do is get an honest, unbiased opinion in making sure the home is show ready and time to put on the market.
It is understandable that you live in your home and it is not always as perfect as a mesa real estate home that has never been lived in and is staged to perfection. Naturally, this is the best case scenario but it is unrealistic in a home that is currently being lived in, however, it is close to achieve a very close duplicate to a model perfect mesa real estate.
You might ask why would I want to go to a lot of trouble to prepare and fix the home I am about to move out of just for someone else? Making your home in the best possible condition and model perfect will likely help you sell your home quicker, for a higher price and get through the inspection period less painfully with less items to be asked of you to repair.
First go through your home looking for many of the items an inspector will be looking for. Check the A/C system that it is in good working order as well as the water heater and other electrical items such as pool equipment, electrical outlets, GFCI outlets and switches. Do not forget to be sure the dishwasher and stove/oven are also in good working order
Next check for water leaks, faucets, sinks – including underneath the sinks where you may not often look. Check the drip system and outside water faucets for leaks, water heater leaks and working order.
Next, clear the home of as many personal knick knacks, family photos and debris sitting out on counter tops, desks, bathroom sink areas and shelves. Keep only decorative items. Pack these things away, you are planning on moving anyway so get a head start.
Check paint, if you have bright colors, make them neutral – not white but a neutral tone, I know your kids love their rooms and you like your paint but you need it as neutral as possible, beside fresh paint helps give your home a newer smell. Make sure your home has NO pet odors that will make the potential buyers leave faster than they arrived. Clean your carpets and rid all spots and traffic areas. Clean and organize closets and cabinets because potential buyers will open them to see how much storage space is available and the neater it is the bigger it looks.
Do not forget cleaning everything from the inside out. Get rid of outside spider webs on the home, leaves and dirt on patios and landscaping. Fresh new looking doors give a great fresh impression as well as a nice flower pot near the front door. Make sure your landscaping is neat and clean, if you have bare areas, at least get some nice inexpensive rocks and a plant or two to fill the space.
Get your mesa real estate sold faster and for more money with the perfect looking and smelling home.
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The kitchen is one of the most dangerous rooms in your house as it contains many hazards and a high potential for unintentional fires such as frying pans, deep fry pans, oven, stove, appliances, and microwave ovens. Read the following safety rules carefully to learn how to prevent fire damage in the kitchen.
These are simple to follow guidelines for DIY inspections that will require very little time to complete. Be sure to be consistent and to perform these inspections regularly.
Frying Pans and Deep Fry Pans
Using a thermostat controlled fryer is a great way to prevent deep fry pans fires. Avoid fat and grease build up on the stove or pans because fat and grease can easily catch fire and cause fire famage.
Oven and Stove
The oven and range must be cleaned often to prevent grease and food from catching fire. Be careful when you cook and keep pot handles away from the edge of the stove. Don’t wear long sleeves that can hang over the stove and catch fire. Always look on the oven when it is on and don’t forget to turn it off when not in use. Place flammable fabrics, such as towels, away from the gas or electric range. Be careful with flammable liquids such as cleaning materials.
Appliances
The most important safety rule for appliances is to use only appliances that have been tested and approved by a testing facility. Do not overload electrical outlets and check for worn or broken wiring on a regular basis. If you find defects be sure to make necessary repairs immediately. It is also very important to keep appliance cords on the counter to prevent them from, accidentally, being pulled down.
Microwave Ovens
A very common mistake regarding microwave ovens is the wrong assumption that items, heated in the microwave oven, are not as hot as items heated in a regular oven or a mini oven. Keep in mind that even though the container does not heat, the content does. Be sure all the vents are cleared of obstructions and that the microwave oven has an adequate clearance for air circulation. Never place aluminum foil or other metals in a microwave oven.