Believe it or not, there are lots of things you can do to prep your house for a sale without even going to the store. Your real estate plans don’t have to be completely on hold even while we’ve hit the pause button on other parts of daily life. Tackling small projects such as the following will go along way in getting your home ready for when the market is back on track and it will be sooner than you think!

Clean beyond basics. Beyond disinfecting all of your high-touch surfaces, it's a great time to buckle down on the tasks you usually avoid doing such as:

  1. Cleaning your vents and baseboards.
  2. Emptying and wiping down your bathroom cabinets and drawers.
  3. Cleaning your oven and refrigerator.

Organize your space. There is no shortage of home organization projects that can yield BIG results, and the options below won't require a trip to the store.

  1. Clean out and organize your closets.
  2. Tidy up your entryway and clean your doormats.

Freshen your walls. Walls may not be the first thing you think of when it comes to home projects, but a few updates can make a big difference.

  1. Touch up your interior wall paint.
  2. Swap out any personalized photos and frames.

Evaluate your lighting. Lighting is one of the most important elements in design, and our homes can go from stark and unwelcoming to cozy and warm just by swapping out a few bulbs.

  1. Replace your light bulbs.
  2. Clean your lamps and shades.
  3. Wash your windows, curtains, and blinds.

Dig into your kitchen. Beyond the regular duties of washing dishes or cleaning out the fridge, the tasks below will help your kitchen look better and function more smoothly.

  1. Clean out and organize your closets.
  2. Wipe down and declutter your cabinets.

Tidy up your yard. Whether you have a small outdoor balcony or a sprawling yard, here are a few places to start. 

  1. Sweep your patio and deck.
  2. Clean and prep your planters.
  3. Scrub your outdoor furniture.