Maintain a comfortable temperature in you home. Dark and dreary rooms do not appeal to most home-buying prospects. Loose doorknobs or cabinet pulls, sticking doors and drawers, wobbly or squeaking hinges, stuck windows, closet doors off track, loose or missing screens, are all negative factors. Clean the fireplace, carpet, wood and tile floors, etc. Take a few minutes to check, clean, and repair all these seemingly minor flaws.
Clutter is unattractive.
Let buyers see the full value of your pantry, attic, garage, and closets by organizing them and removing junk and cartons. Remove excess furniture. Rent a short-term storage space if necessary to remove the clutter. Clean stained sinks, walls, and bowls, ovens and microwaves, repair any damaged or discolored caulking around sinks, bathtubs, showers, etc. Make sure your shower curtain, bathroom rugs, etc. are clean.