Increasing The Appeal Of Your Home
Remember the 60-second rule: That’s all the time you have to create a winning first impression. Here are some simple to significant ways to maximize your home’s appeal.
Exterior
• Keep the grass cut and remove all yard clutter.
• Weed and apply fresh mulch to flower beds.
• Apply fresh paint to wooden fences.
• Tighten and clean all door handles.
• Clean windows inside and out.
• Powerwash home’s exterior.
• Ensure all gutters and downspouts are firmly attached and functioning.
• Paint the front door.
• Buy a new welcome mat.
• Place potted flowers near the front door.
Interior
• Evaluate the furniture in each room and remove anything that interrupts “the flow” or makes the room appear smaller. Consider renting a storage unit to move items off-site.
• Clean and organize cabinets, closets and bookshelves.
• Clean all light fixtures and ceiling fans.
• Shampoo carpets.
• Remove excessive wall hangings and knick-knacks.
• Repair all plumbing leaks, including faucets and drain traps.
• Make minor repairs (torn screens, sticking doors, cracked caulking).
• Clean or paint walls and ceilings.
• Replace worn cabinet and door knobs.
• Fix or replace discolored grout.
• Replace broken tiles.
• Replace worn countertops.
Special Details For Showings
• Turn on all the lights.
• Open all drapes and shutters in the daytime.
• Keep pets secured outdoors.
• Buy new towels for bathrooms.
• Buy new bedding for bedrooms.
• Replace old lamps or lampshades.
• Play quiet background music.
• Light the fireplace or clean out the ashes and light a candelabrum.
• Infuse home with a comforting scent, such as apple spice or vanilla.
• Set the dining room table for a fancy dinner party.
• Vacate the property while it is being shown.
Get in touch with me today and receive a FREE consultation.
Testimonials
"
My whole home buying process went so smoothly thanks to Sherien Joyner! She was so knowledgeable and answered every one of my questions, even some that may have sounded silly to her. Sherien was very professional and friendly and I appreciated her quick responses to my questions even when it was late at night or on holidays. She knew just what to say when I was freaking out about this big change in my life. She even bought me some beautiful gifts for my new home!
"
- Carita - Fort Worth
"
Thank you Sherien for guiding us through the process. You made it seem simple. You listened empathically, eased our concerns and were outstandingly accessible throughout the process. Through the process you were not only our realtor but became part of our family. For that and the excellent people you worked with we extend our profound gratitude.
"
- Komli & Nyam - Coppell, TX
"
Sherien is highly professional, but also capable of connecting and understanding you on a personal level. She takes the time to hear about your needs and works hard to find your perfect home. We talked nearly daily and I appreciated the updates and follow ups during our home search. Overall, it was a wonderful first time home buying experience. We will return to Sherien when we are looking to sell or buy home in the future. Thank you!
"
- Alycia C. - Plano, TX
"
A dynamic personality who never stops to give what ya want, utmost perfectionist and beautiful person on the whole, am glad i know her.
"
- Sneha Sachin - Dallas, TX
"
Working with Sherien was the best decision I've ever made. This was my first time buying a home, and Sherien made every step crystal clear to me before moving forward without seeming condescending or pandering. She took considerations from my living situation and negotiated an amazing deal reflecting those considerations. I certainly hope to have Sherien in my corner the next time I buy a home.
"
- Drew Kellenberger - Plano, TX
"
We met Sherien, by chance, at a local open house; and it proved to be a future blessing. Her deep
knowledge of the industry is very impressive, including home maintenance. Without question, her intelligence
will stand out in initial conversations. She listens very effectively to what you want, asks you sincere
questions (based on sound rationale) to ensure that your viewpoints are solid, and she is always very
professional. Her pleasant sense of humor is also a plus. Most importantly, Sherien looked out for us; and
she always had our best interests in mind, even assuring us that we could contact her about any future
topics, related to our home, that may not be clear to us. Her looking out for us is what separates her from
other realtors I've interacted with, in the past. We felt like we could trust her; and we are extremely glad we
chose her as our realtor!
"
- Mario & Laura Gonzales - Cross Roads, TX
"
Polite, honest, kind, knowledgeable, and super-responsive.
Sherien helped my wife and I find a rental home that perfectly suited are needs. She is polite, honest, kind, knowledgeable, and super-responsive. When it is our time to buy, we will certainly be using her. Cannot recommend her enough!
"
- Ryan Bauerle - McKinney, TX
"
Sherien is professional, very helpful, polite, quickly responds to text or phone calls. She works hard for her clients. She is knowledgeable and she is just fantastic! Thanks Sherien
"
- J. Sayegh - Pilot Point, TX
"
Sherien Joyner was excellent to work with . Very knowable of the real estate market. Went the extra mile to make sure everything was done correctly . Had a ton of patience with me. If you are looking for an agent with great personal touch and knowledge of the business look no further. Hire Scherien Joyner!!!
"
- J.W. - Lewisville, TX
"
Sherien is extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of real estate from beginning to end. She was always available regardless of the day or time. Her negotiating skills are top notch and endless patience. Her desire to help folks find their home is apparent throughout the entire process.
"
- Tina Winders - Lewisville, TX
"
I had worked with Sherien Joyner some years back and I always admired her work ethic and diligence. I felt sure she would do an excellent job and, of course, she did. This was the sale of my mothers house. She will be 90 this year and is essentially blind. Sherien did a great job guiding us through the whole process. She was very attentive making sure my mother understood her options and exactly what she was signing. She also arranged for most transactions to be at mothers new apartment to essentially eliminate any travel. Very helpful. So all in all a great experience, from strategy, pricing, pre-selling, staging and handling open houses and, of course, vetting offers, negotiations and closing. I was grateful to have Sherien Joyner on our side. She tells it like it is and gets it done and I would recommend Sherien with complete confidence.
"
- James Russell - Dallas, TX
"
I have worked with many realtors in the past but have found Sherien to be excellent at her job. She works hard and is honest. She really earns her commission.
"
- James Curran - DFW
"
EXCEPTIONAL at every stage of the process.
Sherien was EXCEPTIONAL at every stage of the process. I've had my fair share of engagements with realtors, and most times there was always the feeling of realtors not being able to provide real VALUE. I hate the idea of "giving up" 6% total (Buyer's agent 3% and Seller's agent 3%) as part of the transaction. But with Sherien, she was more than a realtor - she was and is a true deal-maker, in the truest sense. She is meticulous with every correspondence with the other agent, the title company, and the other party's finance company. And when others drop the ball, she is right there behind them to correct and fix it. You cannot lose having her as your agent
"
- Amol Kansagra - Castle Hills, Lewisville, TX
"
Our sale was excellent.
Very understanding young lady and very bright. Our sale was excellent as we had two offers .
This lady is a jewel when it come to working with her and her understanding of your needs. We would do business with her again if we needed to. We have told our friends of how easy it was to have Sherien work with us .
We were very happy with their service and we would tell any one that is trying to sell their home to call the office and ask for Sherien to help them.
"
- Billy and Mary Weaver - Castle Hills, Lewisville, TX
© 2020 North Texas Real Estate Information Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Disclaimer: All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) nor Fathom Realty - Dallas/Fort Worth, TX shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. The database information herein is provided from and copyrighted by the North
Central Texas MLS | Four Rivers Association of REALTORS® All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties
