On this episode of Lease It or List It, Savannah and Glynn break down the real difference between getting a home rental ready versus market ready. Rentals follow strict turnover and safety protocols like rekeying, CO₂ monitors, fresh filters, and deep cleans. Listings, on the other hand, win or lose on presentation: clean windows, bright light, fresh landscaping, HVAC tune-ups, and strategic staging all help you beat inspection hurdles and boost offers. They also share the hidden killers most homeowners forget about: clogged filters, untrimmed trees, plumbing line failures, and aging roofs. If you're prepping a home, knowing which path you choose can save thousands and maximize your return.

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• Rental ready vs market ready = two different rulebooks. Rentals follow safety, code, and turnover requirements, while listings focus on buyer expectations, inspections, and presentation.
• Safety first for rentals: Rekey all exterior doors, update smoke and CO₂ alarms, install fire extinguishers, and deep clean every turnover. Owners' "cleaning" never replaces a real deep clean.
• Air filters matter more than anyone thinks. Dirty filters wreck HVAC units and can even trigger health concerns. Quarterly filter programs protect equipment and tenants.
• For listings: eliminate inspection surprises. Handle caulking, sealing, HVAC servicing, light paint touch-ups, clean vents and grates, and replace worn carpet or flooring before going to market.
• Curb appeal and natural light are huge. Trim trees, manage shade, refresh landscaping, wash windows, remove solar screens, and brighten interiors to boost perceived value instantly.
• Staging moves the needle. Listings almost always sell faster and for more money when staged. Rentals don't require staging, but furnished rentals can earn $300–$500 more per month.
• Plumbing and roofing checks save disasters. A $200–$400 plumbing scope can prevent a $15k–$30k repipe later. Roof inspections help avoid insurance battles and surprise buyer objections.

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