Your home staging checklist:

Are all countertops clean and clear?
Have you removed unnecessary furniture throughout the house?
Is the refrigerator free of children's art and magnets? Check the bathrooms
Are the surfaces clean and clear?
Are shower curtains clean and hung properly?
Is the flooring clean and fresh?
Are towels neatly hung? Check the walls
Is paint and wallpaper fresh and clean?
Are the walls free from cracks and holes?
Is there anything on the walls that need to be removed? Check the floors
Is the carpet clean and free from stains?
Are hard surface floors clean and free from stains? Check the windows
Are all the windows clean?
Are draperies and blinds clean? Pet check
Remove any signs that this is a pet's home. Check the aroma
Air out the home prior to showings. Set the mood prior to showings
Open draperies and blinds.
Turn on the radio to a soft music station, set the volume low.
If you have time, bake a batch of cookies or muffins to create a warm, welcoming aroma.

Sunday, May 30, 2010

Applying for mortgage? As of June 1, you could face another credit screening. Between your application for a mortgage and the date of closing -- which might be a span of 45 to 60 days or more -- don't apply for new credit unless you discuss it in advance with lender. via KRHarney

Thursday, May 27, 2010

A little rhyme as we end another television season (thanks, SH): http://ping.fm/rCCn5

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Somtimes, I hide candy from myself. When I find it on a tough day, I am SO happy. And my spouse says I am hard to please...

Sunday, May 16, 2010

Real Simple is one of the few magazines I choose to get each month, and here is one reason why: http://ping.fm/jUxcI

Thursday, May 13, 2010

Drop what you're doing and learn how to survive the summer vacation: http://ping.fm/9L78d
$218,500 for rancher w/granite & stainless kitchen and adjacent hearth room? YES http://ping.fm/BErZh
For details on this D12 home, contact Jodi directly! http://ping.fm/PcsNE

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Thursday, May 6, 2010

Join me Friday for Summer Survival tips: http://ping.fm/90M2j
No long nails & put lots of miles on my SUV in April, but wouldn't have it any other way-I love helping families love the home they live in!

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