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Put fresh or silk flowers in principal rooms for a touch of color.
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Add a new shower curtain, fresh towels, and new guest soaps to every bath.
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Set out potpourri or fresh baked goods for a homey smell.
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Set the table with pretty dishes and candles.
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Buy a fresh doormat with a clever saying.
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Take one or two major pieces of furniture out of every room to create a sense of spaciousness.
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Put away kitchen appliances and personal bathroom items to give the illusion of more counter space.
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Lay a fire in the fireplace. Or put a basket of flowers there if it’s not in use.
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Depersonalize the rooms by putting away family photos, mementos, and distinctive artwork.
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Turn on the sprinklers for 30 minutes to make the lawn sparkle.
