• Safety First
  Keep stairways clear. Avoid cluttered appearances and possible injuries
• First Impressions are lasting
  Prospects are greeted by the front door and yard. A fresh and clean entrance with trimmed lawn will make your home more attractive to prospects
• Repairs can make a big difference
  Loose knobs, sticky doors, missing screens, and drippy faucets are only minor repairs. As a result, a prospect will feel comfortable
• Bathrooms and kitchens help sell homes
  Check and repair caulking in bathtubs, showers, and sinks. Keep countertops cleared and clean. Make sure these two rooms sparkle
• Clean the carpets
  If your carpets need cleaning, hire professionals to do the job. If the carpets are worn, replacing them would be a good idea. It will add value and appeal to your property
• Arrange rooms Neatly
  Remove excess furniture. Use attractive bedspreads and feshly laundered curtains
• Let the sun shine in
  Keep drapes and curtains open. Let the sun make your home cheerful
• Decorate for a quick sale
  Rather than telling the prospect how your home could look, why not show him by redecorating? A picture is worth a thousand words and a quicker sale at a higher price will result. Fresh seasonal flowers and plants can be used as an easy and inexpensive decorating idea

Pretending you are the buyer and visit this home during open house, the following are the potential questions you might have in your mind:
Exterior

• Does your yard look well maintained?
• Are the trees and bushes trimmed?
• Is your lawn mowed?
• Is your lawn free of weeds?
• Are the decks and patios clean?
• Is the painting look fresh or dawn?
• Are there any exterior holes or cracks?
• Does your roof leak or sag?
• Are any shingles or tiles missing?
• Are there any cracks in the drive way?
• How is the condition of the fence?

Carpeting/Walls/Ceilings

• Are your carpets clean and free of stain?
• Do your carpets need cleaning?
• Do your walls have any cracks or holes?
• Do your walls need painting?
• Does the wallpaper look nice and neat?
• Do your ceilings have any water stains, cracks or peeling?
• Do your ceilings need painting?

Kitchen

• Are your appliances clean and in good working condition?
• Are your cabinets fully organized?
• Are your countertops free of dusks?
• Is your floor clean?
• Is your sink stained or need re-caulking?

Bathroom

• Do your faucets work properly?
• Do your sinks drain freely?
• Are your toilets in good condition?
• Are your shower doors shiny?
• Do your tubs need caulking?
• Is your floor in good condition?
• Are your vanities in working condition?
• Does your mirror look shiny?

Living Room

• Is your fireplace clean?
• Are all drapes, shutters and shades clean and working properly?
• Do all the windows open and close easily?
• Are your doors in good condition?
• Do any doors sag or stick?
• Do the locks work?
• Is the paint in good condition?
• Do the doors seal tightly?

Basement/Attic

• Is your basement/attic organized?
• Are they well lit?
• Are they clean?
• Are the stairs in good repair?
• Do the doors open and close easily?
• Are there any signs of insects or rodents?

Garage

• Is your garage organized?
• Is it well lit?
• Is the floor swept?
• Are there oil spots or other stains on the concrete?