Outside

• Mow the lawn, trim shrubs, and tidy the landscaping.
• Move cars out of sight (e.g., into the garage or in front of a neighbor’s house).
• Place trash cans, bikes, toys, and other clutter out of sight.

Inside

• Hide or remove any furniture or objects that will get in the photographer’s way as he or she moves through the home. Make sure that all doors open freely and that each room is camera-ready from all angles.
• Replace any burned-out light bulbs and turn on all lights. Better lighting means better results! Try having the same color/temperature light bulb in the entire home(e.g., soft white, daylight etc.).
• Less is more. Remove clutter and knick-knacks from flat surfaces (tables, shelves, etc.) and store excess furniture. Put away toys, books, and other personal items.
• Clean kitchen counters and hide small appliances such as toasters or coffee makers. Remove magnets and pictures from the refrigerator.
• In bathrooms, clean mirrors and counters. Close toilet seats.
• Empty or hide all indoor trash cans.
• Hide pet equipment and paraphernalia such as litter boxes, food bowls, beds, and toys. Some home buyers have pet allergies and will reject a home without visiting it if they see evidence of pets.
• Your photographer will shoot photos with an ultra-wide lens. Please plan to be in a different room or on a different floor to avoid being in the shot.

When the photographer arrives, please turn on all the lights including under cabinet lights and table lamps, open or pull up all the blinds, curtains and shades and put all the toilet seats down.

If you have any questions, feel free to ask us.