It is said that “Web appeal is the new curb appeal.” First impressions are very important and most home buyers judge whether to visit a home in person based upon their first impression of the property via photographs.
- Thoroughly clean carpet, hard floors, countertops, and windows
- Turn all overhead and other lights on; including bedside lamps
- Replace all missing or burned out light bulbs using bulbs of same temperature; all LED, all CFL (compact fluorescent), or all tungsten in same room
- All ceiling fans, TV’s, and computer screens OFF
- Open blinds and window treatments to let in natural light
- Remove personal photographs/replace with generic or landscape
- Make all beds perfectly
- Remove small rugs to reveal floors
- Place shoes and jackets in closets
Front Exterior and Backyard
- Remove cars from driveway
- Manicure landscape
- Remove hoses, trash cans and sporting equipment
Kitchen
- Clear countertops, including knife blocks, toasters, and coffee maker; minimal decorations are ok.
- Clear refrigerator top and clear sides of photos and magnets
- Hide trash cans, remove dishes, sponges, and other items
Dining and Living Rooms
- Use decorative place settings and/or one center piece; such as, flowers
- Remove child booster seats
- Remove stacks of magazines and mail
- De-clutter fireplace mantel
- Fluff and arrange furniture pillows
Bedrooms
- Clear nightstands of personal items and charging cables
- Remove all clutter from dresser tops
- Remove family photos from walls
- Clean under beds, removing items that may show in the photographs
Bathrooms
- Clear countertops completely; including soap, toothbrushes, etc.
- Toilet lids down
- Close closet doors
- Remove everything from showers and bathtubs; including shower caddies
- Leave out only new, unused, neatly arranged towels
- Remove floor mats
