There are few things you should know and do to prepare for selling your house. First of all, you need to remove your personal attachment to your home. Think of it as a business transaction. When you change your mindset, you will be better able to do what it takes to make it stand out among the competition. You should also choose a reputable real estate lawyer to help you with the buying or selling process. You will need to find and put together any paperwork and documents that have to do with your property. If you are missing your title documents your lawyer can usually find these for you, do not worry. If you already have a new home, you should move your personal items out of your old home, and spend some time organizing, cleaning, upgrading, repairing, and making it look ready to sell. This includes boosting your curb appeal, staging furniture, and adding flowers to impress visitors.