Tag: preparing home for sale

Hiring Landscapers and/or Hardscape Installers

When putting your home on the market, you want your house to have that “wow factor” that pulls buyers inside. A tidy lawn, neatly trimmed shrubbery and fresh mulch go a long way toward providing that essential curb appeal. But what about homeowners who just don’t have the time? How do you hire excellent landscapers… Read more »

Hiring Drywall and Paint Professionals

Whether sprucing up your house for sale or remodeling it for yourself, almost every homeowner at some point hires a painter or a dry wall contractor. How do you find good ones? A good dry wall professional’s work is virtually unnoticeable. Why? If he or she has done the work well, the interior walls are… Read more »

Hiring An HVAC Contractor

You’ve decided to sell your home, which means it’s time to have your heating and air conditioning system checked one last time before closing. Or perhaps you need to do repairs as part of a sales contract agreement. Or maybe your house has reached the age at which a new, more energy efficient system should… Read more »

Hiring an Electrician

You’ve decided to sell your home, which means it’s time to fix that dead outlet in the guest bedroom. Or perhaps you’ve been setting aside the cash to install recessed lights in your kitchen. Both scenarios lead you to the same question: How do you go about finding a reputable electrician? Electrical contracting is highly… Read more »

Hiring a Plumber

You’ve decided to sell your home, which means it’s time to fix that slow drip in the upstairs hall bathroom. Or perhaps you’ve been setting aside the cash to do a major renovation, including a new sink, tub and shower. Or maybe your home is in desperate need of a replacement hot water tank. All… Read more »

Prepping for an Open House

You’ve decided to hold an open house to help sell your home. Think of it as your chance to showcase it. Here are several crucial steps to take in preparation for the big day. Acquire the buyer’s perspective. Set aside your emotional attachment to your home and think about it as a potential buyer will… Read more »