• Cars are out of the driveway

• Front yard is neat. Grass is mowed, and leaves swept away. In winter, snow should be removed from driveways and walkways.

• Toys, bicycles, trash cans put away out of sight

• Turn on ALL outside lights

Kitchen

• Island and countertops cleared of appliances and clutter (As much as possible. Less is more.)

• Refrigerator cleared of magnets, schedules, calendars, or other items

• Hide kitchen garbage can out of sight (garage is a good hiding place)

• Empty the sink. Remove sponges, soap, dishes, etc.

Bathooms

• Toilet lids must be fully closed

• Shower items (soap, body wash, scrubbers, razors, etc) should be removed and hidden

• Clean countertops (soap dispensers, tooth brushes, razors, etc)

All Rooms

• Turn ALL inside lights on (try to make sure all bulbs are working, and color matching)

• Open window blinds and drapes completely unless advised otherwise by your real estate professional

• Clear all floors of items such as mats, pet food bowls, dog beds, tv tables, etc. (As much as possible. Less is more.)

• Hide all your garbage cans

• Open doors to all areas (exclude areas you or your real estate agent do not want photographed)

• Conceal electronic cords

• Hide “for sale” signs

• Remove items with bright color if they are distracting