Preparing Your North and West Vancouver Real Estate

Taking the time to prepare your home for sale can significantly improve your chances of selling your property faster and for the highest price in the North Shore Vancouver real estate market. By making the necessary repairs and improvements, you as the seller can help eliminate problems before they arise.

Maximizing curb appeal

First impressions last the longest, so it is important that your house shows at its best at all times. These improvements do not have to be extensive, as it is often the little things that show a buyer the home is well cared for. Some suggestions include:

  • Cut and water lawn regularly
  • Trim hedges, weed beds, and remove dead plants
  • Ensure entrance and driveway are free of clutter
  • Clean or paint front door
  • Ensure exterior lighting is in good condition
  • Touch up with fresh paint as needed
  • Repair and replace loose or damaged roof shingles
  • Clean and align gutters

Maximizing interior appeal

It is important to maintain that same impression of a well cared for home on the interior as well. Suggestions to achieve this include:

  • Give every room in the house a thorough cleaning
  • Clean the oven, range, and other appliances
  • Clean tile and grout, and replace if necessary
  • Fix any faucet drips or leaks
  • Doors and faucets should open and close freely
  • Remove clutter, tidy up shelves and racks
  • Shoes and clothes should be neatly arranged