5 TIPS TO PREP YOUR HOME FOR A SHOWING

• Clean, clean, clean. Be sure to clean every corner. Don’t forget overlooked areas, such as polishing appliances and faucets, and washing the windows. Consider hiring a cleaning service.

• Pay attention to smells. Do your best not to cook smelly foods the day of a showing. Smell is extremely important. For an added touch buy scented candles.

• Clear out the clutter. You want buyers to focus on how awesome your space is, not how messy it looks. Consider renting a storage unit to clear the house and highlight its features.

• Let there be light. Open your shades and blinds to let in natural light and add floor or table lamps to illuminate areas that are dim. A bright, cheery room looks bigger and more inviting.

• Bring nature into your home. Potted plants or a vase with flowers can help bring energy into a space, fill in empty corners, and even draw attention to features you want buyers to notice. Just make sure the plants are in good health.

REFERENCE: U.S. News