Deciding to sell your home is a big decision, and the process can be stressful and time-consuming. However, we have put together a list of the most important things to do to prepare to sell your home. It is always important to allow plenty of time for the home to sell before needing to move. Homes sell better when they are clean, uncluttered and decorated sparsely with only a few nice pieces of furniture. Here are the top ten things to do to prepare a home for sale: 1.     Work with a trusted local real estate agent to determine the fair market price for the home. 2.     Remove some of the furnishings - This makes the rooms feel bigger. 3.     Organize half of the stuff in the closets - This make the closets look bigger. 4.     Remove at least half of the things in kitchen cabinets - Organize the contents neatly. 5.     Remove a lot of personal items - This allows the new buyer to imagine the home as their own. 6.     Fix damage to walls and re-paint - Use neutral colors (not white) that appeal to everyone. 7.     Clean everything and wash windows inside and out - Let the light shine in. 8.     Repairs - Make minor repairs. Make sure all major appliances are in good-working order. 9.     Trim exterior landscaping and lawn - This increases curb appeal. 10.  Add plants and fresh flowers inside and out. Find additional information about home selling in our recently published Frequently Asked Questions page about Home Selling! Contact a local real estate agent at Peabody & Smith Realty to help you start the selling process.