Preparing Your Home

Why Choose Us?

When it comes to selling your home, you need a team with experience, expertise, and a proven track record of success.

Team Lund brings all of that and more. We specialize in preparing, pricing, and marketing your home to ensure it stands out in today’s competitive market

  • We help you prepare your home for sale by offering expert advice on everything from staging to necessary repairs, ensuring your property stands out in the market.

  • With our in-depth market knowledge and experience, we price your home competitively to attract the right buyers while maximizing your return.

  • We don’t wait for buyers to come to us—we proactively market your home across multiple platforms, reaching potential buyers before the competition even begins.

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Make your home stand out

  • Declutter and Depersonalize: Remove any non-essential items from around the house. Excess belongings make rooms feel smaller and less inviting. Clear out personal items like family photos and knick-knacks, allowing buyers to envision themselves in the space. Aim for minimal clutter throughout.

    Deep Clean: A clean home leaves a lasting impression. Clean windows, dust all surfaces, and make sure everything sparkles. Open windows daily to freshen up the air, and avoid cooking strong-smelling foods that can linger. A subtle air freshener can help, but don’t overdo it to avoid the smell of something being covered up.

    Floors and Walls: Polish hardwood floors and shampoo carpets to restore their appearance. If your carpets are worn, consider replacing them. Rooms showing signs of wear can benefit from a fresh coat of paint, especially in neutral tones. Painting is a cost-effective way to refresh a space.

  • Clear Clutter: Remove any items, including toys, excess furniture, or tools, that block walkways or clutter up the yard. Buyers want to see clear paths and open spaces.

    Boost Curb Appeal: Enhance your home’s exterior by tidying up the landscaping, trimming bushes, and planting fresh flowers. If needed, a fresh coat of exterior paint can make a significant difference. Re-staining a deck and cleaning gutters also improves your home’s overall appearance.

  • If you have a budget of $1,000 to prepare your home for sale, consider these inexpensive updates that can make a significant difference:

    Upgrade Lighting: Replace outdated or dim light fixtures in the dining room, kitchen, bathrooms, and hallways with modern, bright options.

    Update Faucets: Swapping out old faucets in the kitchen and bathrooms is an easy and affordable upgrade that improves the space's appeal.

    Paint: Use light, neutral colors throughout your home. Neutral tones tend to attract more buyers and create a sense of openness.

    Install Wider Baseboards: Adding wider baseboards in main living areas can give the home a more polished, finished look.

    Tidy Up the Outdoors: Regularly edge, mow, and weed the front and back yards to keep them looking neat and well-maintained.

    Add Colorful Flowers: Planting flowers at the front entrance creates a welcoming first impression.

    Declutter & Clean: In addition to decluttering the house, take the time to organize closets and drawers. A tidy home shows better and feels more spacious.

    Professional Cleaning: Consider hiring professionals to deep clean the home, including windows and carpets. A fresh, spotless home will stand out to buyers.

“I’m so grateful to Team Lund Real Estate for their help in selling our home. Our home sold in four days because of their knowledge of the market and their guidance through the process. They kept us informed and delivered on all their promises.

Thanks again for a wonderful experience...”

— Dennis G., Team Lund Client

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What’s Your Home Worth

Your home is one of your most significant investments, and understanding its true value is a crucial step, whether you're considering selling, investing, or simply curious.

You will receive a customized Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) of your property, factoring in key elements like location, size, condition, special features, and recent updates. You'll also receive data on comparable homes in your neighborhood and nearby areas to give you a clear picture of the market.

Fill out the information request below, and we will get in touch with you promptly to discuss your home's value and any specific needs you may have.

Previous Listings

  • 330 Nattier Ct, El Dorado Hills

    Sold at $1,820,000

  • Large house for Sale with a stone driveway, surrounded by trees and colorful flower beds, on a clear day in Sacramento California

    4522 Illinios Avenue, Fair Oaks

    Sold at $1,699,000

  • Backyard with swimming pool, trees, and a house with a porch, during daytime with clear skies.

    4491 Illinois Ave, Fair Oaks

    Sold at $1,495,000

  • A two-story house with a front porch, surrounded by green trees and manicured lawn, with a curved concrete walkway leading to the front door and a driveway to the garage.

    4273 Winding Woods Way, Fair Oaks

    Sold at $989,000

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