The key to selling your home quickly and at the right price is in preparing it appropriately. Here are some tips to help you get started. 

• Give your home a thorough cleaning 
• Oil door hinges, tighten door knobs 
• Have carpets professionally cleaned, or replaced if damaged 
• Repair dripping faucets and leaky toilets 
• Replace all burned-out light bulbs and clean all light fixtures 
• Repair defective light switches 
• Get rid of clutter both inside and outside the home 
• Cut and edge grass 
• Trim hedges and weed gardens 
• Paint, fix or wash railings, steps, storm windows, screens and doors 
• Clean out the gutters 
• Wash the windows 
• Tidy up the garage 
• Paint, wash and fix garage doors and windows 
• Touch up all interior paint 
• Remove moss and debris from roof 
• Clean crawl space and replace vapor barrier if needed 

Here are some helpful tips for showing your home. 

• The first week or two can be stressful for some pets. If possible, keep your pet with you during the day or with a loving friend. 
• Put away items in the yard like garden tools, bicycles and toys. 
• Make sure your home is well lit.  
• Remove clutter from tables and shelves. Less clutter creates the illusion of a larger space. 
• Keep money, prescription drugs, and other valuables out of view. 
• Add a ground up lemon to the garbage disposal to give the kitchen a fresh smell. 
• Open shades and curtains to let in light. 
• Light a fire in the fireplace to create a comfortable ambiance. 
• Keep radios and TV off—although oftentimes soft music in the background is a nice touch. 
• Use caution with the use of incense and scented candles 
• Don't cook strong smelling foods like seafood, onions and garlic 
• FEEL FREE TO BAKE ALL YOU WANT. IT'S ALWAYS OK TO SHARE WITH YOUR REALTOR!