When an appointment is made to show your home...

Agents from many real estate firms will want to show your home.  Please be flexible and allow showings at the requested times.  If you make your home frequently unavailable, you could possible miss that buyer that was just right for your home!  It is suggested that you allow a lockbox to be installed on your door.  They are very safe and secure and give The Nevius Team a running list of everyone that shows your home.  You will increase your odds for a sale by allowing more qualified buyer to see your home with the convenience of a lockbox.  You do not want to miss an out-of-town tranferee because your home was not able to be shown.

Preparation for the showing:

• Open all draperies and window shades during daylight hours.
• Turn on all lights and replace bulbs with high wattage bulbs where needed.
• Weather permitting - open windows before showing to circulate fresh air.
• Open all the doors between rooms to give an inviting feeling.
• Place fresh flowers on kitchen table and/or in the living room
• If possible, bake cookies or bread to add an inviting aroma.
• The kitchen and bathrooms should sparkle! and be clutter free.
• Pets should be confined or restricted from view. (Take with you when you leave if possible)
• Eliminate pet odors.  Not everyone may share your love of animals.  Some people may be allergic to them.
• All jewelry and small valuables should be stored in a safety deposit box or in a locked closet.
• Prescription medicines should be stored and out of site.
• Replace any items not included in the sale such as antique light fixtures, mirrors etc.
• Beds should be made and clothes picked up.  Bathrooms should be clean, with towels folded and toilet lid down!
• When you leave the house, please leave it as if you know it is going to be shown. You never know when the right person is going to look at it!