In real estate, a picture is worth thousands of dollars and nearly 95% of buyers start their home search online*.  Prepping your home for its modern-day version of an 80’s prom photo is vital in getting it noticed by prospective buyers. Here’s a room-by-room checklist to get your home ready for its close-up.

Exterior 

• Move vehicles from driveway and front of house

• Put away garden hoses, tools, and toys

• Remove trash can and recycle bins

• Put away any seasonal decor

• Trim bushes & cut grass

• Plant some fresh flowers or put out an American Flag

Kitchen

• Remove small appliances, food and cutting boards from counters

• Remove all magnets and pictures from the refrigerator

• Keep the center island clear

• Empty the sink (including drying rack) and put the soap under the sink

• Put away trash cans

• Add a bowl of fresh fruit or vase of flowers for some color

All Living Spaces

• Put away personal items such as family photographs

• Open the blinds, make sure all light bulbs are in working order

• Remove evidence of pets such as food bowls, dog beds and toys

• Conceal cords if possible

• Remove door mats and other small throw rugs

• Straighten tables and chairs, arrange cushions and pillows

Bedroom

• Clear away clothes, shoes and laundry baskets

• Remove any portable fans, heaters and small TVs

• Remove any items that can be seen under the bed

• Clear nightstands of personal items

• Make the bed with your best linens and arrange pillows neatly

Bathroom

• Clear counters of all personal items

• Take shampoo and other items out of the shower or tub

• Give the mirror and glass shower door a good wipe

• Put away trash cans, laundry baskets and scales

• Put out fresh towels, folded neatly on towel racks

Pictures of the garage are generally not taken - it’s a great place to hide excess items

*Source: NAR.org

Photos Matter

In real estate, a picture is worth thousands of dollars and nearly 95% of buyers start their home search online*.  

Prepping your home for its own version of an 80’s prom photo is vital in getting it noticed by prospective buyers. Trust an agent who hires the best real estate photographers around.  

Grab my room-by-room Prepping for Photography Checklist-- Link in my bio.