Clear off the kitchen counters, hiding appliances and food items in the cupboards where they belong.

Organize your entry areas with shoe racks, cushioned storage benches or additional closet shelves.

What started out as an eye-catching collection of fine figurines may have grown over the years, until now they have outgrown the china cabinet. Re-organize your display by thinning it out and placing extra items in storage.

If you don't have a closet organizer – buy one! Even a small closet will look larger if it's not packed to the brim and everything is stacked neatly. Store your extra shoes in plastic boxes and hang up your belts and ties. Spring for some matching hangers and store at least half of your clothing away.

Clean out your medicine cabinet, displaying only a few generic items, storing away the ointments and prescription medication. Remember, prospective buyers will be nosing through ALL of your cupboards.

Jerry Clifford