When preparing your home to sell, it is most likely that you focus on the big-ticket items that have the highest impact on potential buyers. Real estate agents often remind you of the benefits of freshly painted walls, an updated kitchen, and new carpeting to boost your home's appeal. Although these kinds of tasks (along with decluttering and a hefty deep-cleaning) can be incredibly important to a successful sale, you don't want to forget about the smaller, often overlooked areas of your home. For instance, the tiniest drip of a faucet, a stuck drawer, or a squeaky set of stairs can deter buyers. Even before you put up that for-sale sign, go room-by-room, including the exterior, and tackle these minor repairs to help sell your home in as quickly as possible.

1. Fix Anything (Big or Small) That Is Broken

These small things like a door that is hard to latch, a drawer that sticks, or a cooktop burner that doesn't heat, could be a red flag during a home showing. You might have come to ignore these little annoyances, but a buyer will notice. It is a must that you don't miss these details while you're making a to-do list for each room.

2. Quiet Any Annoying Sounds

Silence squeaky doors, windows, floors, and stairs. Whistling windows could indicate an air leak that will need to be taken care of before you try to sell. That ceiling fan of yours that has developed a rattle might need its blade screws tightened, or its mount might be loose. You have to listen carefully to identify any troublesome sounds that might have become background noise to you over the years.

3. Look for and Remedy Any Leaks

Find and look out for the usual culprits where leaks can develop: faucets and toilets. There might be some water damage around windows and doors and on ceilings. A sign of a possible underground leak could be a puddle or a lush spot in your yard. Leaks can go from a tiny drip to a big problem, that is why it is best not to shrug off a little excess water here and there. Try to manage any leaks before your home hits the market.

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