As a home seller, your goal is to sell your property quickly for the most money possible. However, in the wake of COVID-19, you'll need to take some extra steps to adapt your selling strategy to the current market -- such as incorporating social distancing procedures with in-person home tours.

Here, we've outlined several steps would-be sellers should take to seal the deal (safely!) and get top dollar for their home.

Clean and Declutter

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If you're thinking about putting your home on the market, give it a deep clean in preparation for potential buyers who may visit for an in-person tour. You should also declutter the entire space. That's because you want potential buyers to envision themselves -- and not your junk -- in the home. Decluttering reveals a room's dimensions, architectural details and natural light, according to REALTOR® Magazine.

Of all the updates you can make in preparation for a resale, simply cleaning your home is among the least expensive, and it has a big impact. If you do it yourself, you'll only need to foot the bill for cleaning supplies. If you decide to have your home professionally cleaned, you can expect prices to range from $100 to $180 per hour for a cleaning service, according to . The fee will vary based on the size,