Nobody likes a dirty house. The kitchen and baths are judged the harshest by Buyers and need to be spotless. No dirty dishes, clutter, smells. Take an hour or so and some “elbow grease” to get things in order. Get carpets cleaned. Wash windows. Clean cobwebs out of corners. Make the entry clean and welcoming. Make your bed. Enlist the family in preparing your home for sale! After all, you are all in it together.
Some Realtors will recommend staging your home. This is a personal decision and I definitely think it helps to re-arrange your furniture to allow a more open feel. However, spending money on staging is not something that is necessary. Ask your Realtor for advice. If you are in the High End markets such as Hollywood or San Francisco then it is a must otherwise let your good judgement lead the way.
Hold a garage sale if you have too much stuff. Ask your Realtor to help – most are willing to get involved and who knows the Buyer might show up at your yard sale!
Last but not least, start packing. Pack up the collectibles and valuables. You will feel good about starting the packing process!




