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When it comes to preparing a house, painting gives you the best return for money spent. Whether interior or exterior, fresh paint checks a box for incoming buyers. When repainting for the purposes of selling, consider bright neutral colors that will appeal to most buyers.

At the very least, all carpeting needs to be steam cleaned. Any worn, stained or foul-smelling carpet should be replaced. Any laminate, tile or hardwood that is cracked or damaged, should be replaced, if possible.