- Clean everything! A clean home will let buyers picture themselves in the space and not distract them.
- Give every room a purpose — even if you used it as a bonus room, giving it an identity will help buyers.
- Let the light in. Bright rooms feel warm and inviting, dark rooms feel small and gloomy.
- Fix anything that is broken. Buyers will notice and may offer less for your house if repairs are required.
- Unclutter your house! Thinning out your closets and pantries will show how much room is actually available.
- Fresh paint and new carpet are the top two things you can do to help your home sell faster and for more money.
- Organize the kitchen. Store any non-essential, small appliances and clean all surfaces.
- Before your home is shown, empty all trash bins and hide any dirty laundry.
- Make sure all doors open and close smoothly. Fix any squeaks on bedroom or closet doors.
- Replace light bulbs and make sure all switches work.
(from Keeping Current Matters, March 2019)