Preparing for Your Open House

Make the most of this opportunity! Showcase your home to prospective buyers in order to bring about a successful sale.

1. Make sure your house is exceptionally CLEAN! Remove all clutter, organize closets, clear kitchen and bathroom counters. Put away family photos and children's artwork -- you want people to picture themselves living in the home so it helps to depersonalize it.

2. Clean up gardens and landscaping, sweep sidewalks and driveway, touch up any slight imperfections like chipped exterior paint.

3. Light it up! Open blinds and curtains to allow natural light in, turn on lights to brighten up the space.

4. Do not use deodorizers and air fresheners as they may irritate people's allergies.