When you sell your home, you want to sell it as quickly and profitably as possible. But in today’s market and economic climate, how, exactly, do you do that?

A recent video from realtor.com outlined some steps you can take to increase the chances that your home will stand out and sell quickly in today’s market, including:

• Work on your curb appeal. You only get to make a first impression once, and for potential buyers their first impression of your home takes place before they ever step foot inside. As such, if you want to sell your home quickly and profitably, make sure you’re making a good impression as soon as buyers pull up to the curb by mowing your lawn, planting flowers, and cleaning up your driveway and/or walkway.
• Hire a home inspector. If you sell your home, your buyer is going to hire an inspector. But why not get ahead of any problems the inspection might find by hiring an inspector yourself? By commissioning your own inspection, you can identify and tackle any necessary repairs before you list, which can make for a faster and smoother home sale.
• Find the right agent. Your real estate agent plays a huge role in how quickly you sell your home, and how much you’re able to profit from the sale. If you’re thinking about listing your home, make sure to do your research and find the best agent for your home sale.