Less is more, only leave the decor

A bright, clean, organized, clutter free, simply decorated home will be the most attractive to potential buyers….which will lead to more interest, more perceived value, and a quicker sale.

Think of the last time you were in a model home. How did you feel there? They are designed to entice you into buying one of their homes and it works. Once on market, they are your competition along with other well kept and designed homes in your neighborhood. You need to have your home in the best shape to make it standout.

Ask yourself “Would an interior decorator/stager put this item in my home?”

General Items

Zero clutter

Have only matching decorative items out (No seasonal/holiday items)

Remove all personal pictures

Only art and decorative items on the walls (No posters, calendars, etc)

Have as much light in each room as possible before the photographer arrives

Draw back curtains and open wooden blinds horizontally and vinyl ones all the way up

Turn on every light bulb that you own before the photographer arrives

Check bulbs days before the shoot so burned out ones can be bought and replaced

For still photography shoots, ceiling fans off

Remove all evidence of pets (Dog bowls, litter boxes, etc)

No rugs on top of carpeting. It looks like you’re hiding something

Remove all taxidermied animals 

Garages and small closets will not be shot. Please utilize these spaces to conceal items

Don’t forget to look up. Clean ceiling fan blades, top of cabinets, and cobwebs

Kitchen

Zero Clutter

Everything off the refrigerator. Front, sides, top, everything gone

Nothing in or around the sink

Remove rugs, hand towels, garbage cans, and high chairs/boosters seats

Consult with your Realtor whether to have a decorative item on your island and which small appliances can stay on your countertops

living areas

Zero Clutter

Decorative items only

Fireplace on or burning

Organize or hide wires, media players, video games, remotes, etc.

Remove children's toys and games 

Dining room

Zero Clutter

Only have chairs around that are around the table, no extra chairs in the corner

Tables generally photograph better without tablecloths

Consult your Realtor whether to have full place settings out or a decorative centerpiece