Don't let your bathroom stay in a time warp
While major renos are out of the question, simple under-$1,000 switcheroos will actually pay off. Replace unattractively coloured ceramic fixtures (avocado green toilet and pedestal sink, anyone?) with basic white ones, and install new vanity lights if the existing fixture channels the wrong era.
Do put your home in bloom
Even though you're moving, it's worth keeping your flowerbeds looking their best -- a nicely landscaped house is one that really says "home sweet home." (Add a bouquet indoors, too.)
Don't let your house have B.O.
A stinky house doesn't send potential buyers a gotta-buy message. The thing is, though, if you smoke, have pets or cook extremely aromatic meals, you'll be so used to the smells that you won't be able to detect them. But outsiders will. So, if any of the above describes your household, embark on a de-scenting regimen. Steam clean all your carpets, drapery and upholstery, repaint your walls, change your furnace filters, and on days you're showing the house, either bake some cookies, light some scented votive candles or brew a fresh pot of coffee just before you go (make sure your agent is on board with ensuring the candles are blown out and the oven turned off to avoid fire hazards).
Do let the dogs out
Keep your pets out of the house during viewings and open houses. (And you stay out, too!)
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