General Preparations:

· Clean from Top to Bottom, Inside & Out

o Clean Carpets

o Wash Windows

o Wash Curtains

o Scrub - Polish Floors

o Wipe down cabinets & appliances

o Clean Light Fixtures

o Air Out Home

· Declutter & Depersonalize: Remove all unnecessary items

o Remove Excess Furniture

o Remove Magazines & Newspapers

o Remove Collections & Family Heirlooms

o Clean out closets & drawers

o Remove appliances from countertops

o Remove photos & papers from the refrigerator

o Keep dishes put away and sinks clean & empty

o Keep dirty laundry out of sight

o Remove unnecessary throw rugs

o Move Trash-Garbage out of sight

o Hide electrical cords

o Remove pet beds & toys

o Organize all paperwork-Office areas

o Pick up all toys and store in containers

· Make Necessary Updates

o Bedding-Comforters

o Light Fixtures

o Carpet/Flooring

o Cabinets

§ Paint or Stain

o Countertops

o Wall Coverings-Paint-Use Neutral colors

· Make necessary repairs

o Replace burnt out light bulbs

o Paint damaged & dirty walls

o Fix or replace broken windows

o Fix or replace leaky faucets

· Exteriors

o Should be Welcoming

o Neat & Tidy

o Safe and friendly – nothing laying out to trip on

o Shrubs trimmed up

o Leaves & branches should be picked up and removed

o Lawn Furniture or ornaments should be updated and Inviting

o Remove all vehicles from driveways

o Should not have any damage-cracks-holes in driveways or sidewalks

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