Photos reflect your image and that matters!
First Impressions Count!
GENERAL PREP
- Tips for all areas in the home -
Thoroughly clean whole house
vacuum carpet
mop hard floors
clean countertops
clean windows
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Turn all overhead lights and lamps ON
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Replace all burned out light bulbs
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PLEASE Use bulbs of the same COLOR
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Turn all ceiling fans OFF
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Turn all TVs OFF
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Turn all computer screens OFF
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Open blinds to let in Natural light
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Make all beds
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Remove small floor rugs to reveal flooring
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Place all shoes/jackets in closets
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FRONT EXTERIOR
- “Curb Appeal” - Front Exterior - the first photo buyers see -
Close garage doors
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Remove cars from driveway and front of home
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Clean up landscaping
mow
trim shrubs
clear leaves
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Remove empty planters
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Remove cobwebs from eaves and door frames
Remove visible water hoses
Remove toys - balls - goals etc
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BACK YARD
- The back yard should be an oasis to relax -
Clean porch, tidy up outdoor
tables/chairs/cushions
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Pillows/cushions should be fresh, not faded
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Clear out kid's toys, balls, frisbees, etc.
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Clean pool
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Remove pool vacuum/cleaner hose
Hide pool cleaning supplies
Turn on pool fountains/water features
Remove visible water hoses
Remove trash cans
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KITCHEN
- Your home's focal point is important -
Clear countertops completely
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No knife blocks - baking supplies - mail - etc
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Leave out only one small appliance
(ex. coffee maker - toaster)
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Clear outside of refrigerator
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Hide garbage cans
Remove dishes from sink
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DINING ROOM / TABLE
- Allow buyers to imagine a nice family meal -
Clear table
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dust and polish the table top
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Use decorative place setting if available
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Feature one center piece
Straighten all chairs / space them evenly
Remove child seats/booster chairs
LIVING / FAMILY ROOM
- The space to enjoy conversation and quality time with family -
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Remove stacks of magazines - papers -mail - etc
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De-clutter fireplace mantel/hearth
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Fluff and arrange furniture pillows
Remove kid's toys​​
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BEDROOMS
- For a good nights rest -
Make bed, including decorative pillows/shams if available
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Press bed linens and bed skirts
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Clear nightstands of personal items
Store away phone/tablet charging cables
Remove all clutter from top of dressers
Remove family photos from walls
Clean under bed, removing items that may show in the photos
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Remove diaper genies
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Clean under bed
removing items that may show in the photos
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BATHROOMS
- MAKE IT A BEAUTIFUL SPA -
Clear countertops completely
No soap - toothbrushes - deodorant - etc
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CLEAN MIRRORS
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Put toilet seats down
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Close closet doors
Remove shampoo - soap - loofahs - etc
from showers and tubs
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Remove dirty towels
leave out only new, unused towels
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Remove floor mats
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PETS
- we love them -
- but PLEASE MINIMIZE THE PRESENCE OF PETS -
Place food and water bowls in pantry or closet
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Place pet beds/toys in pantry or closet
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Use lint roller on furniture to remove hairs
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Contain pets in a room or outside
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Clear back yard of pet waste - toys
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Selling your home is like selling a product - it must be marketed correctly to reach a specific buyer. Although your furnishings and decor are great for your lifestyle, it’s important to optimize your home for the future buyer.