Pre-Showing Checklist For Sellers
So your home has been listed for sale- that's great! As you gear up for showings to start, it may be hard to remember pre-showing your to-do list! Lucky for you I have made a handydandy checklist! ->Feel free to print this list out for future use, or save this page in your web browser or short-cuts list for quick reference! -Put all the toilet seats down, hang clean towels, fluff bath mats -Open all the drapes and window shades -Open all the doors between rooms -Turn on all the lights, including lamps -Turn off the TV -Look around for clutter, clear away papers, magazines, ETC. -Clean kitchen counters from unnecessary items (store the small appliances), put dirty dishes away. -Take the trash out. -If you have pets put up food and clean litter area -Make sure beds are all made & clothes are picked up -Sweep / vacuum floors -Remove any personal photos from fridge -Hide outdoor toys & garbage bins in garage or on side of the house. -Grab a basket & put personal items in trunk of car -Take pets with you, or drop them at a friends house or doggy day care for the day -Go to the park, grocery store or a friend's house until the showing is over. If you have cameras/Ring Door bell- try not to watch! -Stay clear of STRONG scented candles or air fresheners. They can aggravate allergies or create a sense of covering up or masking issues. Great job! Once all items are checked off, your property should be ready to 'wow' it's potential buyers! -Your Realtor®, Michelle Davenport (205)475-6102 Michelle@SoldByArtHouse.com
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Recommended Vendor List
Trying to get your home 'market ready' but don't know who to call? Look no further! Here is my complete list of recommended vendors around the Birmingham Area! Home Renovations: John Shackelford 205.601.4312 Willow Homes 205.206.6121 HRS Bham 205.858.1658 Sewer/Plumbing: Superior Plumbing 205.942.5055 Handyman: Daryl Hutchins 205.515.9895 Cleaning: Ms. Yessina 205.276.7921 Home Staging: SWAG Studios: www.swaghomestaging.com Landscaping: Thomas Outdoor Innovations 205.417.0288 Wayne Dunavant 205.907.0927 Richter's 205.942.1555 Any that I missed? Text or Call me at (205)475-6102, or email me at Michelle@SoldByArtHouse.com if you need any other recommendations! -Michelle Davenport, Realtor® (205)475-6102 Michelle@SoldByArtHouse.com
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Downsizing? Here are Some Resources to Help Make Your Life Easier!
Hi I’m Michelle Davenport, I’m a real estate expert with the Art House Team, brokered by Realty South. The idea of downsizing can be daunting, but if it's something you've been considering, it's just one of those things that you know will feel SO GOOD once you've finally accomplished it. Decluttering, organizing, and donating items throughout your home are likely going to be top of your to-do list, so here are some resources that may be helpful to you! Donation Drop Off Locations- 1. Habitat for Humanity ReStore *accepts furniture and unused building materials (such as tiles, flooring, paint, etc) and new or gently used appliances 7952 Crestwood Blvd Irondale, AL (205)951-1234 2. The Outreach Hub - Trinity West Homewood *takes clothing; convenient drive through drop off 914 Oak Grove Rd Homewood, AL 3. Goodwill Donations *takes clothing & furniture; convenient drive through drop off 2350 Green Springs Hwy Birmingham, AL (205)323-6331 Items always in Demand: -winter coats -pots & pans -dishes & glasses -small kitchen appliances -clean towels & bedding -gently used toys -baby gear -clean shoes -in season clothes Junk Removal 1. 1-800-GOT-JUNK *will haul away anything from your home as long as it is not hazardous & can be lifted by their two strong crew members 2. Junk King Birmingham (205) 686-4599 *they recycle or donate as much as they can! Finished with this step? If you need any work done to your home, or need it professionally cleaned before selling, See my other posts for more resources on recommended vendors! And as always, if you are in the Birmingham Metro Area, and are thinking about downsizing (or moving for any reason!) feel free to text, call, or email anytime! -Michelle Davenport, Realtor® (205)475-6102 Michelle@SoldByArtHouse.com
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