What should I do to my house before selling?

Before you sell your house, work on essential repairs that will probably come up during a home inspection, like the HVAC. You should also clean and stage your home to make a good impression on buyers. Professionally staged homes typically sell for more than unstaged ones. Prepare for your sale with this home seller checklist.

What should I remove from my home when selling?

When you're selling a home, it's a good idea to remove any visible personal items, like family photos, laundry, toiletries, and clutter. This allows potential buyers to better envision themselves living in your space.

Jessica Johansen

Content Project Manager

Jessica Johansen has been part of Clever's editorial team for three years. She has extensive knowledge of discount brokers, cash buyers, and flat fee MLS companies and currently oversees content on how to sell without a realtor. For four years before Clever, Jessica produced educational and technical guides covering topics like self-reliance and airline safety.

Expertise: Traditional home selling, selling without a realtor

Education: BA English Language, Brigham Young University

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