17 ways to prepare your home:                                                                                  

1. Make your entranceway say, "Hey, look at me!"

2. Prune dead limbs from trees. cut low hanging branches.

3. Paint (or touch up) exterior, and repair screens and windows.

4. Clean your windows. Inside and out

5. Check A/C and heating systems. Change out filters!

6. Fix leaky faucets, toilets, and faulty lights.

7. Vacuum drapes and carpets. Dust everything inside and out

8. Repair wall cracks, re-caulk bathrooms and kitchen.

9. Clear out closets. Start boxing things up that you won't need anytime soon.

10. Remove excess furniture. Take excess appliances off counters

11. Keep cats and dogs out of visitors' way.

12. Mow lawn, edge driveway and walkways (power washing is great to)

13. Ensure windows, doors, and locks work smoothly.

14. Weed flowerbeds and trim shrubs. Do what you can, landscaping is huge.

15. Throw out junk from garage and storage areas.

16. Keep bathrooms clean and well lit.

17. If you have a pool or spa, make it crystal clear.