10 Ways to Not Sell Your House

When it comes to selling a home, these unforgivable no-no's top the charts. Use this checklist to make sure you won't lose potential buyers on account of an unkempt yard or those dirty dishes.

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Dirty Dishes

Don’t worry about the dishes in the sink. People will understand you were in a rush to get out the door that morning.

Or… they’ll think you’re a slob who couldn’t be bothered to put the dishes in the dishwasher -- and probably hasn’t taken very good care of the house.

If it means you have to take your family out to breakfast, make sure to leave your kitchen pristine. The same goes for the bathroom. Dry the inside of the sink and the surrounding counter completely before you leave the house.

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