Kitchen
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Remove everything hanging on the refrigerator.
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Remove items above cabinets.
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Clear countertops of any small appliances and clutter.
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Clear sink of cleaning supplies and dishes.
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Clean appliances.
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Hide trashcan.
Bathroom
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Close all toilet seat lids.
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Remove all personal hygiene products from showers and sinks.
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Clean mirrors and counter tops.
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Check towel racks. Only use clean, folded towels.
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Hide cleaning brushes and trashcan.
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Use full rolls of toilet paper.
Exterior
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Move vehicles from the driveway and away from the front of the home.
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Place trash bins inside the garage or out of sight.
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Clean windows and mirrors.
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Mow and landscape the yard.
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Put away toys and bikes.
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Make sure ALL exterior lights work.
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Clean and arrange outside furniture to highlight outside living areas.
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Sweep or spray off the driveway, sidewalks, decks, and patios.
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Remove cobwebs from eaves and door frames.
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Remove visible water hoses.
Bedrooms
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Make sure all beds are made and rooms are cleaned.
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Remove any personal items from view.
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Remove items from bedside table top.
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Remove items under bed that may show in photos.
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Close closet doors.
General
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Turn ceiling fans OFF. They create a motion blur in your photos.
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Turn all inside and outside lights ON, including overhead lights and lamps.
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Make sure all lamp shades are straight.
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Hide cables and cords.
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Check all fixtures for burned out bulbs and replace broken ones.
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Open all drapes and blinds.
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Open doors between rooms to give an open feeling when possible.
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Place all pets in a comfortable room that will not be photographed, such as the laundry room or basement.
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Remove all evidence of pets including water and food bowls, beds, and toys.
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Use lint roller on furniture to remove pet hair.
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Remove floor mats and small rugs, especially on tile and wood floors.
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Remove family photos, personal collections, and posters.
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Remove small appliances, toys, magazines, and medications.
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Place all shoes and jackets in closets.
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Rearrange furniture to maximize space.
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Remove excess and over sized furniture, including exercise equipment.