If you want to sell your home in the least amount of time and at the best possible price, work your way through this checklist to make sure you are presenting your home in its best possible light. A few minor touch-ups can go a long way towards making a favorable impression on potential buyers - and perhaps cinching a deal. A clean, well-maintaintained home will always sell faster and for more money.
| Clean, Clean, Clean | Maximize Curb Appeal |
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| 1. Dust everything, high and low | 11. Mow the lawn and plant flowers |
| 2. Clean your furnace | 12. Sweep or hose clean the driveway |
| 3. Declutter to create a larger space | 13. Trim all shubbery |
| 4. Make sinks and countertops sparkle | 14. Keep the front entryway clean |
| 5. Wash all windows and screens | 15. Replace broken / cracked windows |
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| Paint and Repair | Room by Room |
| 6. Repaint walls in neutral colors | 16. Eliminate strong, lingering odors |
| 7. Update fixtures, faucets and hinges | 17. Open windows, let in natural light |
| 8. Make sure doors don't stick | 18. Organize and declutter closets |
| 9. Replace blown light bulbs | 19. Remove all personal items |
| 10. Take care of all major defects | 20. Secure pets during showings |