An experienced Realtor should be able to tell you any changes/improvements needed to make your home sell for the highest price possible. You can always have a home inspection done prior to placing the home on the market and make any necessary repairs required. Offering a home warranty is also an option if your home is at the age where heating/cooling, hot water heater, etc are getting to the end of their lifespan.

A CMA (comparative market analysis) is also offered free of charge from any Realtor. This report gives you the average sales price in your area, average number of days on the market and the current competition on the market. You want to make sure that your home is priced right as you will get the most showings the first 30 days on the market. If a home sits on the market too long buyers assume that there is something wrong with the home.

These are just a few options and not all of them may be required to sell your home. I am a Realtor and will be happy to answer any questions I can. If you PM me I can even send you a list of interview questions to ask before you hire a Realtor to work for you. It is important that you find someone familiar with your market and that has a good, solid marketing plan for selling your home.