Preparation

1Define Your Space

Designate an area in garage or property to temporary store miscellaneous clutter such as pet toys, kids toys, adult hobbies, and landscaping tools

Clean up yard, cut grass, trim bushes

Move vehicles out of view for photos. Close garage door

Make sure all light fixture bulbs are good

Remove all magnets and clutter off the refrigerator

Turn on the lights and open the blinds/curtains for good light

Remove all clutter off all the counter tops and bathrooms and store in one of the extra
bedrooms or garage. Only decorative items should be left

Toilet lid should be down and the toilet paper roll should be full. Minimal towels also. Scales, plungers and bowl cleaners should be put away

Laundry room should be free of clothes and cleaning supplies, brooms, mops ect

Walls should not have too many items hanging on them such as family photos and art work

Fireplace mantle should not be cluttered

Windows should be clean

Posters and such in kid’s rooms should be taken down

Carpets may need cleaning, or spot cleaning

Fresh flowers are nice

Make the home look as roomy as possible. This may require storing some furniture items

Pantry should be neat as well

Sink should be free from dishes

Setting up the table for guests can some times work out well (ask your agent)

Excess pillows and throw blankets should be put away

Very large walk in closets may be photographed so should be neat

Keep all cleaning supplies out of sight

Clean or replace shower curtain

Remove cloth toilet lid covers and rugs around toilet

Keep shelves free from too many books ect

Pack up personal collections (your moving anyway)

Try to make all your rooms look as spacious and neat as possible