declutter
Go through your home room-by-room and ask yourself what you can throw away and what you can box up and put in storage make repairs
Take care of quick and easy repairs such as touchup spackling and painting , replacing a cracked window or torn screen , fixing a leaky faucet and changing burned out light bulbs . organize
Lack of storage space can be a deal-breaker . Go through your closets and pantries and reorganize , and throw away , give away or put away anything you don ’ t need . remove pets
Keep pets out of the home during showings and be sure to conceal food bowls and litter boxes . clean
Give your home a deep clean from top to bottom , including windows , upholstery , carpet , the refrigerator and oven ( buyers actually open them ). hiring a home inspector
Hiring a professional , licensed home inspector prior to putting your home on the market allows you to spot potential problems and make repairs before buyers make them an issue . brighten your home
Light gives the impression of space , so it ’ s important for every room in your home to have ample light at any time of day . Prior to every showing , wash windows , raise blinds and turn on lights . disclose everything
By law , sellers must disclose existing structural and mechanical problems , flooding , the presence of lead paint , information on radon hazards and other known defects to potential buyers . Withholding this information can have much more serious repercussions than the problem itself . maintain the exterior
Maintain your lawn and landscaping . In a condominium , pay attention to the area in front of the doorway to ensure it ’ s neat . Make balconies , decks and patios inviting with potted plants and flowers . paint
A fresh coat of paint is the least expensive , most effective way to enhance the appearance of your home . Be sure to use neutral colors