People usually decide within two minutes whether or not they like your home. The first impression is often the lasting impression. They start forming their opinion before they even walk in the front door!

So it is smart to ask yourself if your house is as presentable as it can be for a faster sale at the best price. The best way to find out is to imagine you're a perspective buyer. You've probably been looking at other homes, so approach your present home the way you look at other houses.

Your real estate representative will do all of the things necessary to bring in the prospects--but when it comes down to the nub of it, your house is going to have to help "sell itself."

Click the link below to download 51 time-tested tips Sadler Real Estate suggests to make your home more presentable. A good rule to follow is to do cosmetic things, which will improve your chances of selling. However, avoid making major changes, unless they will increase the value of your home more than the cost of the improvement.