Investing a few hours and dollars in your home NOW can pay you big dividends when you sell. Look at your home as if you were a prospective buyer. Are things in good general repair? 

The following is a check list that may be helpful. 

EXTERIOR: 

paint - fresh and appealing 
shrubs - trimmed and shaped 
lawn - cut, fertilized and watered 
gutters - and downspouts repaired 
yard - picked up and uncluttered 
flowers - planted in season 
walks - and drive way clean 
front door - sanded and repainted 
  
INTERIOR: 

entry area - clean and well lighted 
walls - and ceilings painted and floors shining 
high wattage lights - in dark areas 
windows - clean and able to be opened 
rooms - furnished properly 
closets - and storage areas orderly 
door knobs - and hinges tightened 
leaky faucets - and plumbing fixed 
torn screens - cracked window fixed 
switch plates - and wood work cleaned 

Generally all repair work must be attended to. However, a new roof, landscaping, additions or other major items should be taken under advisement.