Put away personal photos, knickknacks, boxes anything that will distract the buyer from concentrating on the house.

  A little paint can go a long way in making your home sellable: repaint much-used rooms in neutral colors to make them look clean and fresh.

 People never forget smells when they walk in the door. Try your best to remove odors caused by pets, smoking and cooking.

 Wall sconces, recessed lighting or pendant lights are good alternatives to that single old-fashioned overhead fixture.

 It's tempting to stash stuff away in these areas of the home, but when you're selling, they have to be neat and clean too!