If you’re starting to think about selling your Palm Desert real estate, now is a good time to begin getting everything in order and giving attention to some of the details of your household. Whether you’re selling a condo, mansion or an equestrian property, if you wait until the last minute, you could cause yourself a lot of unnecessary stress. Don’t get overwhelmed—start now and you’ll be in great shape by the time you need to stage your home for viewings and open houses. Here are just a few little things you can do to get the ball rolling and really make a difference when the time comes to sell your house.
Fix minor leaks. Do a survey of all the faucets on your property, paying special attention to any annoying leaks. When a potential buyer is viewing your equestrian property, you don’t want them to hear a minor leak and think it’s indicative of a faulty plumbing system. Install new rubber gaskets to fix leaky faucets, replace washers on dripping ones and fix the inner workings when necessary.
Get the exterior in order. Make sure your garbage is stowed in an area where it’s not an eyesore or creating permanent stains on the ground surrounding it. Always seal your garbage tightly so animals can’t get into it. Once they do, they’ll always be back for more and can become a bigger problem. The best case scenario is to buy or build an enclosure for your garbage and recycling bins. If you store firewood on your property, make sure it’s stacked neatly in one area.
Pamper your landscape. Make sure your lawn is watered and mowed frequently to discourage weeds and train grass to grow in lushly. Water early in the day to reduce evaporation; avoid watering at night, it can transform your lawn into a breeding ground for disease. Get your hedges trimmed, plant seasonal flowers that are easy to maintain, and make sure any trees on your property are properly tended to. If you are like many owners of Palm Desert real estate and have a pool, make sure to have it cleaned and maintained regularly.
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