Thinking about listing your home for sale? Enlist the services of a good realtor and get their advice.  Also, before you allow the showings to begin, remember the three P's:

1. Power washing - Wash the exterior of your home especially the front door entry and any back patio areas to make them dirt free and squeaky clean.  Weathered wood decks and fencing can be made to look almost new with a good power washer.

2. Painting - Paint the inside and outside to give it a fresh bright appearance.  Use colors that harmonize throughout the house and stay within current trends for maximum appeal.  Minimize the number of rooms with different colors.  In fact, a single neutral tone is probably best.  Paint your front door either red or green to create a welcoming entry way.  Red has the greatest overall appeal.  Take your time and do it right since most buyers can tell a professional paint job from that of an inexperienced hand.

3. Packing - Since you're anticipating a move anyway, it's a great excuse to start packing now and get rid of all of the personal effects (photos, books, etc.), miscellaneous clutter and excess furniture.  Minimizing clutter helps buyers visualize their belongings in the home.

By following these helpful hints to beautify your home, you will increase your chances of getting a higher price for your home in a shorter amount of time...and your agent will be happy too!

Good Luck!

Bernie