SHOW-ME REALTY

423 North Maguire
Warrensburg, MO 64093
(660) 747-1290

E-Mail Show-Me Realty
Fax (660) 747-5843
Toll free 1-866-699-2849

Licensed in Missouri

• Fertilize & water your lawn if needed.
• Mow your lawn at least once a week. Edge around driveway, walks, and flowerbeds.
• Keep hedges neatly trimmed.
• Plant blooming flowers in visible locations.
• Make sure all trash & animal droppings are removed.
• Rake your leaves.
• Keep all flowerbeds weeded.

• Make your front door & porch attractive. The front door should be bright, clean, & attractive. Add a wreath, welcome mat, brass accessories, or potted plant to help achieve this look.
• Fix Cracks in walks and driveways. Also remove oil stains.
• Replace stray or warped roofing shingles.
• Straighten sagging gutters. Make sure gutters are cleaned out.
• PAINT THE EXTERIOR OF YOUR HOME. Paint the siding, windows, shutters, doors, even your mailbox. Make everything look fresh, neat, warm & inviting.
• Replace a worn doorbell button.
• Polish door brass.
• Replace a worn doormat.

• Clean the kitchen thoroughly. That includes the oven, exhaust hood, inside the dishwasher & the refrigerator. Unclutter counters and cabinets. Some buyers will judge the entire house by the kitchen.
• PAINT THE INTERIOR OF THE HOUSE. Few things increase the marketability and give you a better return than new paint. Freshen any worn or soiled walls and woodwork with neutral-toned paint or wood polish.
• Polish wood floors and stairs.
• Steam clean or replace worn carpets.
• Repair dripping faucets, crooked drawers, sticking doors.
• Tighten hardware on cabinets, doors, and drawers.
• Repair or replace worn appliances.
• Clean windows inside and out. Make sure all screens are in place and all cracked or broken panes have been replaced.
• Make the bathroom sparkle. Clean all fixtures, polish chrome, and remove any mold or mildew. Accessorize with baskets, scented candles, and guest towels.
• Replace burned out light bulbs.
• Clean out all closets and storage areas. These areas need to look clean, neat, and organized.
• Make sure the garage, workshop, and attic areas are also clean, neat, and organized.
• Use scented candles, potpourri, or plug-in scents to make your home smell good. Place these near the front door.
• Make sure pets are not in the home when it is being showed.
• Play soft music in the background.

• Do you like the floor plan? Will it fit in with your living habits today and for several years to come?
• Where are the lot boundaries? Do you want a survey?
• What is included with the property? Determine what appliances, portable sheds, etc are included with the property.
• Is the neighborhood satisfactory? Are the streets and curbs in good repair? Do the houses and yards look as if they are well cared for?
• What are the zoning restrictions? Zoning is determined by local governments & the system designates the types of buildings and how they may used in various areas of the community.
• Will you require any contingencies to purchase the house? A contingency is an act or event that depends upon certain conditions. For instance, buying a home may be contingent upon getting a loan.
• How much are the real estate taxes?
• What are the energy costs for the home?
• Will it be costly to maintain the house and yard?
• Are there any easements? An easement is a legal agreement that gives specified people the right to use another person's land for a certain purpose, such as the right to cross the property, or to service or install utilities.
• Most importantly, can you afford the house?

• Know your builder. Get references. Talk with the owners of homes your builder built. Are they satisfied with the home? Did the builder take care of any repairs that needed to be done in the warranty period in a courteous and timely manner? Check with the city building inspectors. Does this builder have a reputation for quality and have there been problems with city inspections? How were any problems resolved?
• Look for good carpentry throughout. This will include well fitted windows and moldings, non-squeaking wood floors, and even wall surfaces.
• The basement floors and walls should not have cracks or damp spots.
• Insulation should measure as it was advertised.
• Everything should be in good working order (faucets, heating/cooling systems, electrical outlets, etc.)
• The yard should be free of low, wet spots and the grading should slope away from the home to allow for good drainage.

• How firm is the foundation?
• How solid are sills, walls, floors, and ceilings?
• What kind of plumbing was installed and when?
• What is the age, shape and condition of the electrical system?
• What is the age, shape and condition of the heating and cooling system?
• What are the energy costs for this home?
• How well does the insulation protect the indoors?
• What will it cost you to remodel or make necessary repairs?
• What is the age and condition of roofing shingles? Are there any known leaks?