Curb Appeal
Does your house have curb appeal? Can you give it a little more pizzazz to draw the buyer in? Would a bit of touch-up paint add dollars to the sale? What about the garden? Is the lawn in order and neatly edged? Are trees and bushes neatly pruned? Are flowers in bloom?

If not, it may be time for a garden upgrade Adding colorful annuals to the front garden will make a big difference Remember, creating curb appeal will add dollars to your house's final selling price

Welcome Home
As you walk in the door of your house, ask yourself, "Will this house say, 'Welcome home' to a buyer?" Looking through the eyes of a buyer, you will need to discover changes that will enhance sales appeal

You should eliminate anything that gives the appearance of clutter Countertops should be free and clear Knickknacks, souvenirs, family photos, refrigerator artwork - it's gone We need to "de-personalize" the house so buyers can imagine it as their home

Closets and cupboards should appear large and roomy It's time to make a donation to a local charity or store belongings at a friend's or family member's home

Reviewing your home room-by-room, review with a critical eye what would impact the sale. Look for the pieces of furniture that should be removed, rooms that need new paint, carpet that needs to be changed, fixtures that need polishing, windows that need cleaning, and any other improvement that can easily be made to promote the sale.

Setting the Stage
Before the first buyer walks in your door, to set the stage, look to engage the buyer's senses. Lighting is critical. Draw back curtains, open blinds, change light bulbs and add lighting where needed to welcome the buyer. Enhance the ambiance with music playing lightly in the background and insure a pleasing aroma emanates from every room