Selling — Home

Identifying and fixing "the uglies" early—such as leaky faucets or outdated smoke detectors—prevents buyers from using minor issues as leverage for major price drops later. One-Year Countdown Checklist to Selling Your Home​ - AARP

Historically, the week of April 12–18 has been identified as a prime listing window, offering higher-than-average prices and faster sale times before the summer inventory surge. 2. High-Impact Preparation home selling

The 2026 landscape is a "normalized" market, returning to patterns not seen since 2019. Identifying and fixing "the uglies" early—such as leaky

Move away from cold, stark whites. Modern staging favors warm neutrals (beige, greige, natural wood) and organic textures like stone and linen to create an immediate emotional connection. High-Impact Preparation The 2026 landscape is a "normalized"

Aim to remove at least 50% of items from visible surfaces. Buyers need to see a "clear canvas" to visualize their own lives in the space.