Kitchen
- Start by removing all clutter from your countertops and kitchen table - Clear away all small appliances, dish racks, and other items that may be taking up space.
- Wipe down all surfaces, including your appliances, cabinets, and countertops.
- Wipe windows and sliding glass doors to remove any handprints or animal prints.
- Remove all magnets, photos, and other items from the fridge.
- Ensure that all dishes are put away and that the sink is empty.
Main Living Areas
- Remove any clutter, including magazines, toys, and personal items.
- Check under couches and chairs for items that may have fallen underneath. The camera may highlight those items that you normally don't see.
- Arrange your furniture to create an open and inviting space.
- Fluff your cushions and pillows, and ensure that your curtains are open to let in natural light.
- Turn off the TV and hide all remotes.
Bathrooms
- Clear all surfaces of any toiletries, including toothbrushes, soap, and razors.
- Remove any used towels or bathmats and replace them with fresh, clean ones.
- Wipe down all surfaces, including the sink, shower, and toilet, and ensure that the toilet seat is down.
- Keep the shower curtain open to make the room appear more spacious. Put away shampoo, conditioner, soaps, etc.
- Clean the mirror with a squeegee to minimize smear marks. Vanity lights can exaggerate those marks.
Bedrooms
- Remove any clutter from your nightstands, dressers, and other surfaces.
- Make your bed with clean, fresh linens and ensure that your pillows are fluffed.
- Remove everything from under the bed.
- Clear away any items from your closet floors or shelves and consider removing some items to make your closet appear more spacious.
Exterior
- Trim any overgrown plants or trees, mow the lawn, and remove any toys or clutter.
- Clean-up after pets including toys, water dishes and waste.
- Clean and arrange any outdoor furniture and accessories, such as patio chairs and umbrellas, to create a comfortable and inviting space.
- Remove dead or dying potted plants and replace with new, bright plants.
- Uncover pools and hot tubs.
- If possible, water the grass daily a week prior to photography for a green, lush lawn.