Hi Doug- couldn't agree more. Local agents will know the demographics of the buyers for a particular area. I consulted on a high-rise luxury condo. The agent was very knowledgeable about what prospective buyers wanted. 

Good evening Doug - I would say don't do anything except cleaning before getting a evaluation from your Realtor.

It definitely depends on so many things - the condition of the house, the area, the market, etc. It make sense to call a real estate professional before proceeding - no need to spend money that doesn't need to be spent!

This is very good advice to share with prospective home sellers.

We have unusually hot weather in Maryland. I deferred my needed yard work for a couple of days.

Hello Doug, always hard to say to clients what they should do, I recommend new carpet and maybe paint.

Good Friday morning, Doug.

Have a great day and a very special Memorial Day weekend.

Doug, I was just having this conversation yesterday with a prospective seller.   He talked about dumping another $10k into their yardwork.  He won't see that on his bottom line.