Exterior

  • Remove vehicles from driveways / in front of property

  • Hide garbage cans

  • Put away tools, yard toys, cleaning supplies, etc.

  • Remove hoses (if not possible, then wind them up neatly)

  • Close gates and garage doors

  • Remove covers from grills, furniture, spas and pools

  • Put patio umbrellas up

  • Remove pool equipment and pool toys from view

  • Turn on fountains/waterscapes

  • Remove security signs

  • Rake leaves and remove sticks from the yard

  • Trim shrubs, trees & plants and mow lawn.


Kitchen / Dining rooms

  • Remove soap bottles and sponges

  • Remove all magnets/items from refrigerator

  • Remove any dishes from the sink and counters

  • Remove high chairs or booster seats

  • Remove floor mats/rugs (if tile or wood flooring)

  • Remove paper towels

  • Remove trash can(s)

  • Remove pens, notepads, mail, & other paper items

  • Clean countertops and appliances surfaces


Living / Family rooms

  • Straighten rugs, curtains, throw pillows & book shelves

  • Remove any children’s toys and/or pet toys

  • Remove magazines and newspapers

  • Put away clothes, shoes, personal items, etc.

  • Set dining table or clear off everything but for a small centerpiece


Bedrooms / bathrooms

  • Make all beds and remove anything stored under the bed if visible

  • Tidy up walk-in closets

  • Put away all clothes and shoes

  • Remove soaps, lotions, shampoo / conditioner bottles from view

  • Remove floor mats/rugs if visible

  • Clean mirrors & shower glass

  • Remove weight scales

  • Remove personal care items (toothbrushes, razors, etc)

  • Remove wash cloths (Neatly folded hand towels and towels are OK)

  • Remove shower squeegees and hanging shower racks


  • Close all windows and open curtains/blinds to bring in as much natural light as possible

  • Make sure all light bulbs are working (it is preferable to make sure all light fixtures have the same type of lightbulb in them, if possible)

  • Turn ON all interior lights and lamps

  • Turn ON fireplaces

  • Turn OFF televisions & computer monitors

  • Turn OFF all ceiling fans

  • Remove personal family photos

  • Remove calendars and seasonal decorations

  • Remove floor fans and space heaters

  • Remove/hide all trash cans

  • Remove tissue boxes

  • Remove pet food/water bowls, toys and beds (pets must be restrained and out of the shots)

  • Clean windows (interior and exterior)

  • Put away all clutter (in closet or cabinet)

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