Your eat-in kitchen area has lots of natural light, high ceilings and ample cabinet space.

1. Staging this area for a sale should begin by de-cluttering your kitchen work area.
2. Remove frames and wall-mounted fish (they'll make a great playful bathroom or child's room collection elsewhere in the house).
3. Clear countertops of small appliances, and if your budget allows, replace the tile countertop with a dark, solid surface option.
4. Add an accent rug in cranberry tones to soften the kitchen tile and add warmth.
5. Consider the placement of furniture in your living area: Rotate your (newly slipcovered) couch and loveseat to encourage circulation into the space, to provide views and conversation opportunities with individuals in the kitchen, and to focus the attention of the seating groupings on the windows, rather than the TV stand.
6. If budget allows, replace the carpet/tile combination with laminated wood floors throughout. These are a low-maintenance, budget-friendly finish that will make a dramatic difference in the space. An update buyers will love.