Spring may get much of the attention when it comes to selling a home, but that doesn’t mean fall is a bad time to put your house on the market.

In fact, fall can be an appealing time to sell. Some buyers who are shopping this time of year may be motivated by a job change, a growing family, an upcoming move, or simply a desire to settle into a new home before the holidays.

But if you’re planning to sell your home this fall, don’t wait until the listing goes live to start preparing.

A little work now can help your home make a better first impression, give you time to address problems, and make the selling process less stressful.