


Preparing for Photos
The condition of your home can dictate the amount of interest your home gets during its time on the market. It is also one of the most economic ways to show the value of your home. It is important to give the best first impression to your potential buyers. Use the guide below to act as a checklist to help you prepare for upcoming photos (and showings).

All of the Exterior
Move cars from driveway & front of home
Close garage doors
Clean up landscaping
Remove visible water hoses
Remove loose toys & sporting equipment
Wash windows
Put trash bins in garage
Clear snow from driveways, walks, & decks
Backyard
Clean deck furniture
Tidy up chairs and cushions
Clean pool
Clean up dog waste
Remove/hide dog toys and dishes
Pets
Place food & water out of view
Place pet beds or toys out of view
Place litter boxes out of view
Remove pet hair from furniture
-We also want to avoid having pets in photos-
All of the Interior
Open all window shades
Make sure all mirrors & windows are clean
Turn all lights on
Dust everything
Declutter surfaces, closets & cabinets
Remove coats, keys, etc from coat hooks
Remove shoes from entrances
Kitchen
Clear counter-tops completely
Clear refrigerator of magnets, papers, photos, etc.
Clear off refrigerator
Wipe down all appliances & cabinets
Hide garbage cans
Remove dishes from sink
Remove rags & sponges from sink
Dining Room
Clear table & set table
Straighten all chairs
Remove booster seats & highchairs
Dust light fixture/chandelier
Living Room/Den
Remove stacks of magazines, books, papers, mail, etc
De-clutter fireplace mantle
Arrange furniture pillows neatly
Remove kid’s toys
Pack away knick knacks and chachkies
Remove large unnecessary furniture
Master Bedroom
Make bed
Tuck in all sheets and comforters
Clear nightstands
Remove computer/phone cables
Remove clutter from dressers
Organize closet - Remove everything from the floor
Other Bedrooms
Remove stickers from walls
Make bed
Tuck in all sheets/comforters
Clean under bed
Pack away toys
Organize closet - Remove everything from the floor
Bathrooms
Clear all personal items from view
Clear counter-tops completely
Put toilet seats down
Close cabinet doors
Remove shampoo, soap, razors
Leave out clean towels (optional)
Empty visible garbage cans
Remove towels from back of doors