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You can hardly expect to be surprised if potential buyers aren't bowled over by your home if it appears to be full of clut- ter of a little worn around the edges. Any Realtor will tell you that a tidy, well-kept home will attract a lot more buyer inter- est than one which is disorderly and in a poor state of repair. Spring is traditionally the time of year when many homeowners' thoughts turn to selling and trading up. If you're think- ing of selling your home in the next little while, you should take a good, long look around to see what you can do to spruce it up so it shows to its best advantage. Titty, home will attract the buyers WI. 590,95!"- tmtt.yqtt 'ttxA 3% Financing Available On Many Of These Homes . Sales Representative .. Associate Broker EXTERIOR 845-8522 “In! mum ria, 2d5 :1 'tdr a, , MI "gif- = 1 Ill! ."r Fi 'l' _ i), KL. i;i~ii CALFORNIA DREAMING Sielm0.Ast-ieaxarinoen, mam Bleaheximk GWENKENNEDY. MS4B22 JAMES kw}? 345-3522 CAIN )LYN SMITH' Keep in mind that while you can't and shouldn't try to hide any faults, there's nothing wrong with repairing your home. If asked about certain conditions. be hon- est to all times and if you have had some- straighten them up and mak thing If somt Also check your front porch for signs of winter damage - you don't want prospective buyers tripping over any cracks or holes. Take a good look at your foundation as well; buyers are bound to be leery of purchasing your home if you have a lot of foundation cracks or decay- ing brickwork. While scrutinizing the exterior of your home. check your patio or deck for signs of decay or unevenness caused by the spring thaw. Reinforce any week spots and make any other necessary repairs. peeling paint and lots of debris, it's prob- ably time for some minor facelift work. 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You should also set aside an area where buyers can put their rain boots, shoes or umbrellas while viewing your home. out front and back yards are tidy and groomed. Since the early spring can be some- what of a messy time of year, consider installing extra doormats both inside and It MARIJNGHUWB' tr boiler. as well as your water good idea to start in the base i work your way up. Keep i, START AT BOTTOM ti 239 LAKESHORE RD. E., OAKVILLE ood loo purcha Hana Hum "an: it vour will In ll $V/mSurmmris wmini so why not buy a home w/wiv. back yard & fab. poo Bsmt walkout. 2 bars. MARYLYNN TAKACH* Hom-,-, 1 5135(1). 3&2txirmsMaintemmzhee.Exsentx fhtirttedLyoeriewlw/tepem.,liv.&diuareai. DUDLEYFaiTER" 345-3522 “W SHIRIJIY O'MFARA. “WM.“ VERA LANI It's wise not to consider undertaking anything but relatively minor renovations at this time, unless your home is really in a state of poor repair. If you do decide to embark on a major project, you may not be able to recover all of your costs in the many more Also keep stairs and stairwells clutter- free and install proper lighting where it's lacking; you don't want prospective pur- chasers injuring themselves as they fum- ble around in poorly lit areas. The same common sense applies to the main floors of your home as well. Eliminate unnecessary clutter and apply fresh paint where necessary. Remember, you want to show the amount of space and potential your home has to offer. your home The workroom should also be tidy and well-organized. If you‘re working on ongoing projects, make sure everything is put away neatly before any purchasers come by. 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