Tips on how to prepare your home for your listing photoshoot

One of the most important things to focus on when putting your house up for sale, is the appearance and the photos that are attached to your listing. Almost everyone these days will look at houses online and judge them by the photos. So it is very important that your home is prepared for when the photographer comes to take your photos. Here are some helpful tips….

Curb Appeal- Please remove all vehicles from the driveway, ensure all grass is cut and edged, fresh mulch, power wash stains, trim up trees, pick up toys, rake leaves, remove trash cans, roll up water hoses, sweep patios and porches, remove animal food bowls.

Interior of your home- Declutter, i.e. pick up and put away toys, put away all personal belongings, remove unnecessary items from counter tops and ledges, ensure all light bulbs work, clean windows, vacuum and mop all floors, make beds, put boxes and other unnecessary items in garage. We know that it might seem like a hassle to pack things away or move things around, but it really does make a difference in photos. Also, open all blinds and turn on all lights in your home.

Bathrooms- remove all unnecessary items from countertops, remove all shampoos and soaps from view, remove toothbrushs, blow dryers, bath towels, rugs, put toilet seats down and clean mirrors.

Kitchen- put away dishes, food boxes, hand towels, high chairs, clean off refrigerator (top and face), put away unnecessary appliances, sponges, soaps, etc.

We also recommend leaving your home this way for showings as best as you can. Everyone understands that when they go to view a home more than likely someone is living in it. However, if the house is a mess it could scare a potential buyer away.

Michele Harmon Team