Listing Photography Preparation ChecklisT
Preparing your home for listing photography is crucial for making a positive first impression on potential buyers. Here's a checklist to help you get everything in order:
Exterior:
Kitchen:
Exterior:
- Curb Appeal:
- Trim bushes, mow the lawn, and tidy up the garden.
- Clear driveways and walkways of debris.
- Outdoor Furniture:
- Clean and arrange outdoor furniture neatly.
- Consider adding fresh cushions or accessories.
- Exterior Repairs:
- Address any visible exterior issues like peeling paint, loose shingles, or broken steps.
- Address any visible exterior issues like peeling paint, loose shingles, or broken steps.
- Seasonal Touches:
- Consider the season; add seasonal flowers or decorations for a welcoming feel.
- Consider the season; add seasonal flowers or decorations for a welcoming feel.
- Windows and Screens:
- Clean windows inside and out.
- Check and repair any damaged screens.
- Declutter:
- Remove excess items to create a clean and spacious look.
- Clear countertops, tables, and other surfaces.
- Personal Items:
- Minimize personal items like family photos and personalized decor to help potential buyers visualize the space as their own.
- Minimize personal items like family photos and personalized decor to help potential buyers visualize the space as their own.
- Furniture Arrangement:
- Arrange furniture to create a sense of space and flow.
- Remove any unnecessary furniture to make rooms feel larger.
- Home Repairs:
- Address minor repairs such as leaky faucets, squeaky doors, or loose cabinet handles.
- Address minor repairs such as leaky faucets, squeaky doors, or loose cabinet handles.
- Deep Clean:
- Clean carpets, floors, and surfaces thoroughly.
- Pay special attention to kitchens and bathrooms.
- Lighting:
- Ensure all light bulbs are working and replace any that are burnt out.
- Open curtains and blinds to maximize natural light.
- Neutral Colors:
- Consider painting walls in neutral tones to appeal to a broader range of buyers.
Kitchen:
- Clear Countertops:
- Remove small appliances and clutter from countertops.
- Wipe down surfaces for a clean look.
- Organize Cabinets:
- Neatly organize the contents of cabinets and pantry.
- Neatly organize the contents of cabinets and pantry.
- Appliance Shine:
- Clean and shine kitchen appliances, including the oven, refrigerator, and dishwasher.
- Clean and shine kitchen appliances, including the oven, refrigerator, and dishwasher.
- Fresh Towels:
- Hang clean, matching towels in the bathrooms.
- Consider adding a new shower curtain for a fresh look.
- Toiletries and Personal Items:
- Remove personal items from bathroom counters and shower areas.
- Remove personal items from bathroom counters and shower areas.
- Clean and Declutter:
- Scrub tiles, clean mirrors, and ensure all surfaces are free of clutter.
- Scrub tiles, clean mirrors, and ensure all surfaces are free of clutter.
- Make Beds:
- Make beds neatly with coordinating linens.
- Fluff pillows and cushions.
- Closet Organization:
- Organize and declutter closets to showcase available storage space.
- Organize and declutter closets to showcase available storage space.
- Air Fresheners:
- DO NOT add artificial air fresheners
- DO NOT add artificial air fresheners
- Pet Considerations:
- Temporarily relocate pets or ensure they are secured during the photography session.
- Hide pet bowls, toys, and litter boxes.
- Final Walk-Through:
- Before the photographer arrives, conduct a final walk-through to ensure everything is in order.