Use vertical space. Sellers tend to leave items at eye level or below to easily access what they need and in an effort to not forget about the item. This is obviously great for convenience, but sellers should consider maximizing the home’s square footage and get items up off the floor and out of sight by using vertical space. Make sure your upper kitchen cabinets, any built-ins you may have and your closet shelves are well organized to relieve the floor from clutter.
Sellers should hang shelves or look for a vertical piece of furniture, like a hutch, to take advantage of the space up above. Another way to strategically add vertical space to a home is by adding portrait artwork and mirrors that will force the buyer to take notice of the height in a room.