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How does your listing smell? Does it smell like cultural cooking, cigarette smoke, or medical issues? Has it been locked up and now smells stale? Buyers use their noses to form opinions when they enter a property. Sellers sometimes overcompensate for years of not cleaning by an excessive use of bleach when cleaning to sell. Harsh chemical cleaners are just as bad as not cleaning at all. Moderation in use of products is important and in fact we recommend a more natural approach that is environmentally friendly and not harmful to those with breathing issues. Simply try vinegar and water: it goes a long way. We also do not recommend hiding bad smells with overpowering scented candles either. Doing this screams "we are hiding something!" and buyers see past that very quickly. A simple clean fresh air approach is best when cleaning.