Preparing Your Listing for Sale
Preparing your home for sale is a key step in the real estate journey. It's crucial for drawing in potential buyers and getting the best price. A home that's well-prepped stands out, making a strong first impression with its inviting curb appeal and interior. This not only speeds up the selling process but can also boost your home's value, ensuring you get top dollar for your investment. In a competitive market like Orlando, where buyers have plenty of choices, the effort you put into readying your home for sale can be the deciding factor in a quick and profitable sale.
Exterior
- Keep the grass freshly cut
- Remove all yard clutter
- Apply fresh paint to wooden fences
- Paint the front door
- Weed and apply fresh mulch to garden beds
- Clean windows inside and out
- Wash or paint the home’s exterior
- Tighten and clean all door handles
- Ensure gutters and downspouts are firmly attached
Interior
- Remove excessive wall hangings, furniture,
and knick-knacks - Clean or paint walls and ceilings
- Shampoo carpets
- Remove personal/family photos
- Clean and organize cabinets and closets
- Repair all plumbing leaks, including faucets and drain traps
- Clean all light fixtures
Vendor Resources
We’ve curated a list of Orlando’s top vendors to ensure your home is in top shape. From painting services and pressure washing to electrical and plumbing, we’ve got you covered!
Find a vendorZillow Listing Showcase
Listing Showcase is an innovative tool that elevates the home selling experience by combining artificial intelligence with an agent's local expertise. It offers limited, premium listings in each city, ensuring your home stands out with best-in-class media such as high-resolution photography, interactive floor plans, and virtual tours. These features not only highlight a home's best attributes but also provide buyers with a comprehensive understanding of the property before they visit.
Did you know? Zillow research finds listings on Zillow that include an interactive floor plan receive 79% more saves than homes without, and are 10% more likely to go pending within 30 days.