If you're looking to sell your existing home and you are shy on cash you likely can't make a lot of expensive home improvements for showings, fret not!  There are lots of basic cosmetic changes that can dramatically improve the look of your home.   My first suggestion is to seriously clean your house and “make it sparkle!” Here are a few more tricks of the trade to help you get the most for your money: Clear off kitchen and bathroom counter tops. Put away appliances.