90 Things You Can't Afford to Neglect | Page 11

2 3 o o Honey – Do o o List o o o o o o o o Deep clean the stove, vent and screen. Remove all items from the tub, shower stalls, commode tops and countertops in the bathrooms. Repair caulking and grout in showers and tubs. Fix leaky plumbing and eliminate water discoloration in toilet and sinks. Organize your closets and cupboards. Thin them out to display their roominess. Be sure clothes are hung neatly and shoes and objects are tidily arranged. Try to remove as much from sitting on the floor as possible. Bedspreads should be clean and crisp. Simple is better. A clean white duvet cover is easy and very well received. Place all money, jewelry and other valuables in a secure and out of sight location. All prescription medication should be moved to a secure and out of sight location. All guns and ammunition should be securely locked. o o o o o o o o Put pets, pet dishes and litter boxes outside when possible. Professional clean rugs and carpets. If carpet is badly worn or dated, consider replacing with a neutral color (buyers prefer this over “allowances”). Repair or replace damaged or discolored wood, tile or laminate flooring. Deodorize all unpleasant odors. Call us if you need professional help. Sweep the garage and keep it tidy. Clean and organize the basement, attic and garage. Check all light fixtures – replace burned out bulbs. Replace discolored and cracked switch plates. Clean the fireplace and hearth. Put new logs into the fireplace. Gather the manuals for appliances and home warranties. o o o o o o o _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ 11