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Take Measurements
Many of my buyers walk through a garage at a home showing, and they always ask
“Hmm.. I wonder if my car will fit?”
Taking measurements before can save time!
Take Pictures
Many of my buyers also ask
“Can two cars even fit in here?”
A lot of the time, it is because the de-cluttering and de-personalization has spilled over into the garage. So, again, to save everyone time, take a picture of both vehicles fitting in the garage.
Placement
Please, please, pretty pretty please, keep items AWAY from the following:
- Attic Access
- Breaker Box
- Water Heater
- Sprinkler System
- Central Vacuum Equipment
- Any item that the inspector will need to test during an inspection.
Boxes
Items inside of boxes, or clear plastic tubs, look more organized than thrown on the floor.
Declutter and Depersonalize
Yes, even in the garage. If you don’t use it, or haven’t used it in a while, it’s time to get rid of it. For some buyers, a garage is a main selling feature. This also includes all storage closets, shelves, etc. It's recommended to remove items that have high monetary value as well
Kelly Raulston
“Reliable and Ready” REALTOR® since 2016. I was born in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, but was raised in Texas since 1997. When I found out we were moving to Plano, Texas, I remember looking forward to riding a horse to school and a brand-new pair of cowboy boots! Growing up in Plano prepared me to be competitive, quick, and to have a strong work ethic.
I graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas. Axe’em Jacks! That is where my love for East Texas began. The nature, warm smiles, football games, and community values can't be beat! I graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. I was a middle school math teacher in Tyler, Texas. I met my husband, Travis, in Sunday school, and we have been married since September 2016.
I love being a REALTOR® in East Texas! Relationships are genuine, the area is beautiful, and the market is rockin’! I am an involved REALTOR® to better the community. Some of the organizations I am involved with are: The Professional Development Committee, Texas Real Estate Political Action Committee, and Tyler Educational Networking Group. Some awards I have won were “The Hustle Award” in 2016, and “Rookie of the Year” in 2017.
When I am not working with my clients, I like to spend quality time with my friends and family doing the following: running, target practice, read and participate in book club, and playing with my dachshund Greta.
