There are certain things that potential buyers don't want to see,
it's a lot of common sense stuff that people often don't see for themselves.

My 10 tips for do-it-yourselfers:

   1. Touch up scuffed or chipped walls and staircases.
   2. Ensure windows are spotless.
   3. Shampoo all carpets.
   4. Make sure every light switch has a matching plate.
   5. Cover outdated kitchen and bathroom floors with peel-and-stick tiles.
   6. Update kitchen cabinets with new handles.
   7. Re-caulk around tubs and sinks.
   8. Give old tiles a facelift by scrubbing grout.
   9. Invest in a new shower curtain.
  10. Paint, paint and then paint some more.