make your floors, windows, appliances and light

fixtures sparkle. Potential buyers feel more comfortable

when viewing a clean house.

to staging your home for sale. Put anything in storage

that takes away from a room's overall impact.

roomier, which is what buyers want. There are

a number of affordable closet shelving and storage

systems that you can install yourself.

least expensive way to transform a room. Neutral

colors work best because a buyer can move in

now and choose their custom colors later.

you're entering your home for the first time. If there

are cobwebs or peeling paint on your front door,

that first impression will be negative. Make needed

repairs and replace an overly-worn welcome mat

with a new one.

to your front entrance for a welcoming focal

point. The following plants are perfect for spring:

ivy, sweet alyssum, geranium, snapdragon, salvia,

liriope, and dianthus.

inside, adding color and aroma. If your home

is painted in neutral tones, choose brightly colored

flowers. If your home is already full of color, opt for

lighter hues, such as white or yellow.

with throws and toss pillows that say "Spring".

Pack away those heavier quilts and winter accent

pieces.

bright foliage are two striking variations of this

season's signature color: green. Other tones also

incorporate a hint of green, including light, airy

blues and deeper gray teals. Honey-hued yellows

and subtle shaded purples, along with bright white

round out the season's palette.