How to Keep Your Home Clean while It's on the Market

How to Keep Your Home Clean While It's on the Market
Keeping your house neat and tidy is one of the hardest parts of selling - especially if you have kids or pets.

Here's how to make things easier:
  • Invest in storage bins. When a showing comes up, throw everything from the floor, counters and tables into the bins and stow them in a closet.
  • Use a robot vacuum. Turn it on as you leave the property, and the floor will be spick and span by the time buyers arrive.
  • Declare some rooms off limits. Keep some rooms closed off to limit messes.

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