Listing Preparation
While a clean and organized home will not directly effect the sales price, it will dramatically improve marketability. This could be the difference between a bidding war and a single offer. Getting your home ready for showings is essential in order to get top dollar. While the below are industry led suggestions, there are of course an array of situational dependent factors to consider for each property. The below will help cover a large portion of what every property owner needs to consider prior to listing. Check it out.
Dining Room
Clear Table of Paper/Mail/Debris
Use Decorative Place Settings
Feature One Center Piece (Flowers, etc.)
Straighten Chairs & Space Evenly
Remove Child Seats/Booster Chairs
Remove Small Rugs & Mats
Bedrooms
Make Beds
Press Bed Linens & Bed Skirts
Clear Nightstands of Personal Items
Hide Charging Cables
Remove Clutter From Dressers
Remove Family Photos If Desired
Clean Under Bed Items That May Appear
Remove Diaper Genies
Close Closet Doors
Bathrooms
Clear Countertops Completely – Less is Best!
No Toothbrushes, Medications, etc.
Put Toilet Seats Down
Close Closet Doors
Remove Shampoo, Soap, Loofahs, etc.
Open Shower Curtains To Show Faucets
Remove Dirty Towels & Laundry Baskets
Remove Floor Mats
Kitchen
Clear Countertops Completely – Less is Best!
Clear Refrigerator of Magnets/Photos
Hide Garbage Cans in Pantry or Closet
Remove Dishes From Sink
Clean Stainless Steel Appliances
Clean Counter Tops of Smudges
Clear Island of Obstructions
Remove Floor Mats & Remove Towels From Oven
Remove Paper Towels & Napkins From Countertop
Pets
· Hide Food & Water Bowls
· Hide Pet Crates, Beds & Toys
· Remove Pet Hair From Furniture
· Clear Yard of Pet Waste & Toys
General Prep
Less Is Best!
Turn ON All Lights
Turn OFF All Fans
Vacuum Carpets & Mop Hard Floors
Clean Countertops
Clean Windows
Clean Fan Blades
Turn On All Lights & Lamps
Replace Burned Out Bulbs
Turn Off TV’s & PC’s
Open Blinds & Window Treatments
Remove Personal Photos If Desired
Living Room & Family Room
Remove Magazines/Papers/Mail/Debris
De-Clutter Fireplace Mantel/Hearth
Clean Interior of Fireplace
Do Not Block Fireplace
Fluff & Arrange Pillows
Remove Toys
Hide Shoes, Jackets & Hats In Closets
Remove Holiday Decorations
Hide TV Remotes
Exterior Yards, Pools & Docks
Close Garage Doors
Remove Cars From Driveway
Remove Trash Cans
Mow Grass, Trim Shrubs, Clear Leaves
Remove Empty Planters
Remove Cobwebs From Eaves & Doors
Remove Visible Water Hoses
Remove Toys & Sports Equipment
Clean Porch, Tidy Up Tables & Chairs
Clean Pool & Remove Vacuum Hose
Hide Pool Cleaning Supplies
Remove All Inflatables & Floats From Pool
Turn On Water Features
Docked Watercraft Should Be Clean
Fishing Gear Should Be Neatly Organized
Remove Covers From Grill & Outdoor Kitchen
Twilight
Turn On All Exterior Lights
Ensure Pool & Landscaping Lights Are Operational
Turn On Interior Lights With Exterior Exposure
