You'll clear out some of the clutter that makes your house less attractive. You'll also have less stuff to pack and move in a few months. This next advice will probably upset some of you. But it's not an attack on how anyone lives, just an acknowledgment that there are different kinds of people in this world. There are some things that you need to eliminate from the picture when prospects are present.
Pets bring joy to many families.
But you don't want them home when you're trying to sell the house. More than one buyer has been surprised, frightened or was just allergic to Snoopy or Fluffy. TV and loud music are another no-no. In fact, some experts suggest soft elevator-type music as a good background. If you have truly unusual furniture it may prove distracting to buyers.