PHOTO PREPARATION GUIDE
It is important that prospective buyers be able to see themselves in the property you’re listing, and not be distracted by life’s daily clutter. Here’s a list that’s been a great starting point for our sellers. A custom list from a stager or your agent should be prioritized above this generalized list.
Please have the property fully prepared prior to the appointment, so the photographer may focus solely on creating great images within the allotted timeframe.
Remember this rule: If it’s there, the camera will record it.
Exterior:
- Mow grass & trim shrubs as needed, blow leaves & place fresh mulch
- Remove all cars from your driveway and park inside a garage or down the
- street
- Blow-off hard surfaces incl. sidewalks, driveways, stairs, porches, patios &
- decks
- Put away hoses, hose reels, sprinklers & garbage bins
- Remove covers from well-maintained grills & smokers; Cover neglected onesKitchen:
- Clear counters of non-essential items & personal décor
- Remove all items from the fridge doors, sides & top
- Put away all dishes, dish towels & paper towels
- Decorate with a bowl of fresh fruit or a small bouquet of flowers
Bathrooms:
- Remove all personal-care items from showers, bath tubs, & counters
- Replace towels & washcloths with clean, fluffy, white towels
- Remove all loofahs, scrubbies, robes, floor mats, toilet covers & scales
Kid’s rooms:
- Organize smaller toys & books into cute baskets or wicker bins
- Remove large toys, Pack ‘n Plays, & large play tables
- Remove décor with visible names of children
Pets:
- Make your home appear as if it is pet free by removing food dishes, pet beds, toys, scratching posts, etc
- Please ensure that pets are not present during the photo shoot
General:
- Replace personal photos and knickknacks with non-specific art or décor Remove moving boxes & other storage containers
- Remove all junk mail, bills, & other assorted paperwork from counters Open all blinds in the house uniformly - replace broken ones
- Turn on all interior and exterior lights - replace bulbs as needed Turn off televisions, computers, and ceiling fans