Want to get the best price for your home? Here's a quick list of things you can do to ensure the best sales price and a speedy sale!

Grounds and Exterior

* A fresh coat of paint for your home, garage, and fences

* Lawn trimmed, weeds pulled from beds, and yard clear of debris

* Gutters sealed and downspouts clean

* Polish door brass, paint worn trim or rusty mail box Clean all window and door storms and screens

Inside Your Home

* Paint inside walls and woodwork

* Oil doors, tighten loose cabinet knobs, take out removable stains

* Check that all windows, doors, and drawers can be easily opened and closed

* Replace damaged floor tiles, clean soiled carpeting

* Tighten leaky faucets, repair or replace faulty wall switches, outlets, light fixtures and appliances    that will stay with the home

* Scrub bathroom tiles and grout, polish faucets, keep toiletries and medicines in their chest, and laundry items in a closed hamper

* Clean windows and keep closets, basement, and garage clear of clutter

* You may also want to have a garage sale to rid you of items you've accumulated over the years prior to showing your home.