All of us tend to get behind on the little things that need to be done around the house but when you are going to sell the house, and have open houses, you no longer can procrastinate and must get to work to get your South Bay Home where it looks appealing.

OUTSIDE:

Keep the grass cut and flower beds trimmed, remove all yard clutter.
Weed flower beds, and replace dead plants with new ones.
Apply fresh paint to wooden fences, and make any fence repairs needed.
Tighten and clean all door handles, including screen doors.
Clean windows inside and out, and the screens also.
Powerwash home’s exterior, touch up paint or re do paint if necessary.
Ensure all gutters and downspouts are firmly attached and functioning.
Clean or paint the front door, and railing too if needed.
Buy a new welcome mat.
Put a large fern or plant at the front entrance.

INSIDE:

Review the furniture arrangement in each room, get rid of any old clutter.
Clean and organize cabinets, closets and bookshelves.
Clean all light fixtures and ceiling fans, and shampoo the carpets, wax floors.
Remove excessive wall hangings and knick-knacks and personal pictures.
Repair all plumbing leaks, including faucets and drain traps, and make any minor repairs that needs to be done. This includes replacing worn door and cabinet knobs.
Clean or paint walls and ceilings.
Replace broken tiles and fix or replace old or discolored grout.
Replace worn counter tops.

FOR AN OPEN HOUSE OR SHOWING:

Turn on all the lights, and open all window coverings and shutters during the daytime.
Put new towels in bathrooms and new bedding in the bedrooms.
Set the dining room table so it looks elegant and inviting.
Keep pets secured outdoors, away from any potential buyers.
Replace old lamps or lampshades.
Light the fireplace and be sure the ashes have been cleaned out.
Play quiet background music, not rock and roll or hip hop.
Place some fresh fruit on the counter in kitchen, or some apple scents or vanilla scents.
Be sure that the property is vacated by everyone in the family during an open house.

Selling your home or any real estate can be complex and sticky at times. That is why you have a real estate professional working with you side by side to help and give advise. Should you find yourself in a sticky situation, alert your real estate agent or broker, so he or she can address and remedy the problem right away.

When your South Bay REALTOR or broker puts your home on the market, generally all of the promotional materials will state clearly to not contact the homeowner, but potential buyers agents are to contact your agent, broker or REALTOR.

However, sometimes a buyer’s agent will contact the seller directly to try to either win over their business, or cut the seller’s agent out of the deal. This is not reputable or acceptable behavior and you should report it to your agent, broker or Realtor immediately if it happens to you.
When you sell your home, it necessitates all kinds of new purchasing decisions and less-than-ethical vendors are keenly aware of this. Though MLS organizations enforce rules on how posted information is used, some companies have found ways to cull information from various sources to produce mass mailing lists. If you find yourself regularly emptying your mailbox of junk, let your agent know.
People see yard signs, internet listings and other advertisements on your home and some potential buyers, especially first time buyers, will be so excited to see your home, they will just drop by and interrupt your schedule. If this happens to you, no matter how nice these unexpected visitors are, it’s best not to encourage their enthusiasm by discussing your home or anything about it, or giving an type of tour. Instead, you must let them know that your real estate agent, or broker is in charge of scheduling tours and then you provide them with the agent’s contact information.

If you attempt to handle these surprise visits on your own, you might disclose some information that could hurt you during negotiations down the road.

Few people know about the great sightseeing tours that are available for residents and visitors who want to see all of the great things to do in the South Bay.

Sightseers Dream tour is the lowest priced airplane tour which whirls you around the beaches and ports of Los Angeles’ South bay. This tour is about a 25-minute flight and costs $89.00 per person.
The USA Gateway Tour is the lowest priced Helicopter tour which acquaints you with San Pedro and the Port of Los Angeles, and lasts about 15-25 minutes and costs $99.00.
The Deluxe Champagne Tour is an airplane tour which covers all the sites of L.A. while sippin’ on champagne! The best bang for your buck. This is about a 55 minute flight, and costs $129.00.
The Hollywood Strip Tour
A Helicopter whirl around the famous tourist spots such as The Walk of Fame, Hollywood Hills and Hollywood Strip. An aprrox. 15-30 minute flight, $140.00.
Beach Cities Flight
Helicopter tour of L.A.’s breathtaking coast and hidden gems of Palos Verdes and the South Bay. An approx 30-min flight, cost $149.00.
The LA Tour
See the City of Angels in our flight covering a little bit of everything. An approx 25-min flight, and costs $165.00.
Celebrity Homes Tour
Our Most Popular Helicopter Tour. Be part of The Paparazzi and “in the know” as we reveal what’s behind the gates of the rich & famous. An approx. 35 minute flight, $189.00.
The Original Night Tour
Hover the LA skyline during this nightime Helicopter flight where you get to navigate. An approx. 40-minute flight, $219.00.
The VIP Grand Tour
Our Most-Recommended Helicopter Tour. See the beach cities, the celebrity homes, and downtown all in one lengthy grand tour! An approx 55- minute flight. $269.00.
Deluxe Night Tour – Premium Package
“The Coolest Thing You Can Do In LA”. Sip on Champagne …. land at a restaurant… then we drive you home. An all-inclusive night and the perfect date for any occasion. An approx 40- minute flight. $299.00.

For more information and details for each tour call***
Celebrity Helicopters, Inc., 961 West Alondra Blvd. Compton,CA 90220
(877) 999-2099 tel | (877) 999-2099 fax www.celebhell.com