A. Regardless of the market, all sellers should make certain that their home has the curb appeal to draw potential buyers into their home. Keeping your lawn mowed, shrubbery trimmed, trash removed, toys off the lawn, etc. On the inside of the home, make certain that the walls are freshly painted, that the home is clean and de-cluttered, that there are no strong odors, and that personal photos and mementos are kept to a minimum. Because the buyers should be able to envision themselves living in your home, it is best to limit distractions.
If improvements need to be made, make certain that you do not over improve – start with simple improvements such as painting, carpet cleaning/replacement, replacement of fixtures, etc. If more significant improvements are required, consider making those improvements only if the local real estate market will support the cost of the improvements. If licensed contractors are required for any of the work, use them and pull permits as necessary.