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Ensure house numbers are easy to read from the street
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Check eaves troughs and downspouts are in good repair
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Clean and tidy the garage/carport
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Pick up any litter or garbage on the property
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Repair or replace any cracked or broken windowpanes or doors
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Cut and trim lawn and hedges. Weed and edge the garden flower beds
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Ensure walkways are shovelled and salted during winter
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Ensure doorbell and door hardware are in good repair and functioning
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Repaint the front door if necessary
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Remove the front screen door if possible
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Put away any children’s toys or bikes
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Pick up any animal waste off the lawn
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Move any boats, RVs, snowmobiles watercrafts, etc. to a storage facility or to a neighbour’s house (several homes away – not right next door!)
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Sweep all decks, walks, porches and patios. Keep them swept, sanded/salted
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Remove any moss from decks, walks and patios
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Decks may need to be power washed and stained
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Reduce clutter on decks, porches and patios so they look bigger
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Remove: Old flowerpots, barbecues charcoal, planters, toys, construction materials, excess furniture
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Create a simple outdoor room with outdoor furniture to help remind buyers of the usefulness of this space
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Clean all debris and moss from roof and gutters
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Repair broken fences and paint if necessary
