Your home's exterior creates the Buyer's first impression:
Trim shrubs and eliminate dead branches
Make sure that existing plants are watered and look healthy
Dispose of all garbage/debris and make sure yard tools are neatly stored
Repair and repaint fences and gates
Weed and rake front yard
Damaged or rotten wood should be removed
Repaint outside
Your homes interior will reinforce a good first impression:
Repaint the inside (use neutral tones)
Repair or replace loose tiles
Entire home should be sparkling clean
Curtains and drapes can be freshly laundered
Check to make sure tub and shower caulking is in good shape
Remove all clutter leaving only a few key pieces of nice furniture
Remove all but select photos to which your target Buyer will relate
Make sure all light fixtures are working
Eliminate bad odors
Have Charlie take a tour of your home and develop a personalized staging plan.