Declutter and depersonalize. Get rid of any unwanted items and remove most personal items, such as family photos and religious symbols. This will help potential buyers imagine themselves living in your home. Remember this is your home…a little bit of your personality showing through is okay!

Deep clean. Clean every surface in your home, including the floors, walls, ceilings, and appliances. Pay special attention to high-traffic areas, such as the kitchen and bathrooms. Most important though is to clean your windows! You can never have too much light in your home.

Make repairs. Consider getting a home inspection, so that there are no surprises when you’re under contract. Then pick a few key items from the inspection report to make repairs.

Improve curb appeal. Mow the lawn, trim the hedges, and weed the flower beds. Sweep the driveway and walkways. Spruce up your front door and entryway with potted plants and flowers.

Hire a Real Estate Agent. Hiring a real estate agent is one of the best things you can do to help sell your home. A good Agent will help you price your home competitively, market it to potential buyers, and negotiate on your behalf.