15 Tips to Keep Your Home Show-Ready

If you’re thinking of selling your home this year, take action now to help it stand out, sell faster, and attract the price you want.

1. Hire professionals to do a deep cleaning.
2. Schedule a pre-listing home inspection to identify problems.
3. Contact experts to make major repairs.
4. DIY minor repairs.
5. Have someone check for odors.
6. Declutter everywhere, including closets, attics, basements, and garages.
7. Update worn areas with fresh, neutral paint.
8. Ensure rooms are well-lit.
9. Update bathrooms with new toilet seats and shower curtains.
10. Remove heavy drapery and shades.
11. Power wash decks, walkways, steps, etc.
12. Upgrade landscaping with seasonal plants.
13. Remove or update worn outdoor items like swing sets or basketball hoops.
14. Complete any projects that haven’t been finished.
15. Stage rooms for their intended use.

 

 

 

 

Getting your home show-ready is one of the most important steps in the home selling process. From deep cleaning and decluttering to making strategic repairs, updating paint, improving lighting, and boosting curb appeal, every detail works together to help your property stand out in a competitive real estate market. When you take the time to complete inspections, address maintenance issues, refresh worn areas, and thoughtfully stage each room, you position your home to sell faster and attract stronger offers. If you’re preparing to list, these home selling tips will help you maximize value, impress buyers during showings, and create the kind of first impression that leads to a successful sale.

If I can help with your real estate needs this year, just let me know. I’m here to offer clear, trusted guidance and referrals to any service professional you may need. And, oh, by the way…I’m never too busy for any of your referrals

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