If You Do Nothing Else, Do These Things:

• Replace all burned out light bulbs both inside and outside the house. Keep all bulbs in a room the same type: LED, incandescent, or fluorescent.

• Remove excess furnishings and knick-knacks from rooms as large amounts of furniture and decorations can distract from the home’s features and make a room appear smaller.

• Hide the clutter.

• Remove throw rugs and runners from entryways, kitchens, and baths so the floor can be clearly seen.      

• Wash the windows.

• Vacuum/mop floors and wipe dust from surfaces.

• Turn off ceiling fans and open blinds/shades and curtains.

Outside the Property:

• Remove all vehicles from driveway (cars, boats, RVs, motorcycles, etc) and do not park directly in front of the house.

• Move garbage and recycling bins out of sight.

• Remove all garden tools, hoses and clutter.

• Pick up after your pets in the yard.

• Remove all children’s toys, bikes, etc., from the yard and deck/patio.

• Mow the grass, rake leaves and debris, pull weeds and remove any dead vegetation.

• If you are feeling ambitious, plant some fresh flowers in empty planters and pots.

• Sweep driveways, sidewalks and deck/patio.

• Skim & vacuum pools and spas.

• Straighten outdoor furniture and remove pool toys & cleaning tools.

• Turn on pool lights, waterfalls and/or spa bubbles.

• Schedule repairs well before photo shoot.

Living Room:

• Remove newspapers, magazines and put away books.

• Store remote controls out of sight and conceal exposed cables and cords.

• Remove personal photos, kid’s toys, etc. from bookshelves, tables and floor.

• Wash all glass surfaces including tabletops, cabinet doors and windows.

• Straighten pillows and throws.

Kitchen and Dining Rooms:

• Move small appliances, knife blocks, paper towels and kitchen gadgets off the counters.

• Remove photos, papers and magnets from the refrigerator.

• Clean major appliances – refrigerator, oven, stove top, range hood, and dishwasher.

• Wipe down sink and counter tops.

• Remove all dirty dishes, sponges, dish towels, dish soap, etc.

• Move trash/recycle bins out of sight.

• Set the table with nice dinnerware, napkins and a centerpiece.

Bedrooms: 

• Make the beds neatly, straighten the bedspread and pillows.

• Pick up and put away clothes, toys and shoes.

• Remove items from bedside tables – books, magazines, pictures, clock radios, etc.

• Remove posters and drawings from the walls.

Bathrooms: 

• Clear counter tops of all toiletries, tissues, hair products, etc.

• Remove all personal care products and children’s bath toys from the shower/tub.

• Fold towels neatly and hang straight on towel bars.

• Close toilet lid.

• Wash all glass surfaces including mirrors and shower doors.

• Store toilet brush and plunger out of sight.