Exterior Front and Back

• Remove all cars from the driveway and completely out of view from the front of the house. 

• Close all windows

• Sweep walkways

• Pick up leaves, sticks, branches

• Put toys, bicycles away

• Store seasonal décor

• Stow garden tools, supplies

• Replace burned out light bulbs

• Remove all hoses

• Straighten and arrange deck furniture

• Clean pool area if applicable

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Interior: Main Areas

• Remove personal items/photos

• Remove all visible clutter

• Open shades/blinds

• Replace burned out light bulbs

• Tidy up or put away all children’s toys

• Empty wastebaskets

• Hide pet dishes/toys/beds

• Vacuum carpets

• Sweep hard floors

• Remove newspapers, mail

• Display attractive books

• Turn off televisions

• Turn on all lights

• Turn off all ceiling fans

• Light fireplace if applicable 

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Interior: Kitchen

• Remove all items from the refrigerator door

• Store food in cabinets

• De-clutter counters, stove

• Stow small appliances

• Hide soaps, cleaning items

• Hide dish towels, sponges

• Clear sink of dishes

• Put away draining rack

• Organize items on open shelves

• Replace burned out light bulbs

 

 Interior: Dining Room

• Straighten/push in dining chairs

• Add centerpiece if possible. Candles, a vase of flowers, etc. 

• Setting the table for dinner is a plus  

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 Interior: Bedrooms

• Make the beds

• Arrange decorative pillows

• Put away clothing, shoes

• Clear surfaces of clutter

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 Interior: Bathrooms

• Make the bathrooms sparkle

• Hang fresh towels

• Clear counters of toiletries

• Clean mirrors

• Clean toilet and close lid

• Remove all items from tub and shower