We’ve all heard of the annual spring clean, but why not try an annual New Year’s clean?  Whether you are looking to sell your home or just trying to keep it clean and organized, cleaning up the clutter accumulated over the past year will help you move forward.

When “spring cleaning” there are a couple tips you’ll want to remember. First you need to plan and prioritize. Start by deciding what on your list is a must-do, what is a should-do and what can wait. Make sure to spread out the list by working on it a little each day, don’t try and do it all at once.

You might want to start with the entrance. You don’t want a first time visitor’s first impression of your home be the last. Small touches such as putting out a new welcome mat or cleaning the one you have, sweeping the porch, or adding a potted plant will really brighten up your home and make it a more welcoming place for friends and family to visit. (more…)