“I would just make the price affordable; maybe throw in a hot tub.”

— J.R. Henry, operator, Baldwin

“I would just make sure it's neat and trim. I think most people want to see that it's well-kept-up.”

— Tim Jensen, retail manager, Lawrence

“I would be willing to do quite a bit of home repair, like painting and recarpeting. I would also try and do some landscaping.”

— Maggie Brooks, lecturer, Lawrence

“I don't think I would sell my house in a buyer's market. I would wait. Maybe I should buy another house and rent it out.”

— Caroline Eddinger, accountant, Lawrence