Event planners know they are creating a memory. They go all out to make a space feel wonderful and inviting. Selling your home calls for the same commitment and creativity.

No, you won't want balloon arches and confetti sprinkled on the tables. But there are a number of things you can do to make your home feel special. It's fundamental advice to clean your home from top to bottom. Don't forget the corners, utility spaces and insides of drawers and cabinets. If necessary, hire a cleaning service to help. It's a big job.

Next, pull out all the stops and take a tip from high end hotels and department stores. Appeal to the buyer's senses. Greet them with the fresh smell of something that seems to have just been pulled from the oven. It's easy with a potpourri warmer infused with vanilla and cinnamon. A small indoor water fountain brings the sounds of nature to your home. Continue that soothing sound with soft music played at low volumes. The optimal word here is soft. Imagine music that makes you want to slow down and stay a while.

Place some fresh flowers in a pretty vase on an entryway table. Be extra nice and have a tray of goodies to tempt their taste buds. It could be cookies, a cheese and cracker assortment or simply mints. Buyers are guaranteed to be anxious to see the rest of your home. Make sure it meets their expectations.

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