Creating a fantastic first impression sets the stage for a successful home sale journey. Marketing and presenting your home in its best 'show-ready' state attracts buyer interest, dramatically increases showings, and ultimately leads to a faster closing. As a seller, you're a key player in achieving this goal.
Properly preparing your home for the photo session helps me capture elegant images that grab attention. Follow these simple steps to make your home shine for the photo session, and buyer showings should soon follow. Everything should be staged and photo-ready indoors and outdoors before our arrival. Let's work together to showcase your home in its best light!
LIVING AREAS
Remove all clutter, including excessive decorative items, tissue boxes, remote controls, and as many personal photos and belongings as possible. Neatly arrange or hide wires from view. Floors should be swept, and carpets vacuumed. If large area rugs cover beautiful flooring, consider temporarily removing the rugs. Additionally, hide all children's toys and portable cribs.
KITCHEN & DINING ROOM
Wipe down counters and stow away all small appliances in cabinets. Remove magnets and photos from the refrigerator, and hide sponges and soap dispensers. Remember to clear items from the top of the fridge and tuck away any throw rugs. Lastly, consider setting the table and/or adding a bottle of wine and glasses as a nice touch.
Make all beds and neatly arrange or hide children's toys. Vacuum or sweep all floors. Hide tissue boxes, personal items, excessive photos, remote controls, alarm clocks, wires, and phone chargers. The goal is to create a comforting and inviting atmosphere throughout the entire house. Doublecheck that all lamps have bulbs and are properly plugged in.
BATHROOMS
Hide all toiletries, including soap dispensers, toothbrushes, and cosmetics, even those within the shower area. Wipe down counters. Keep clean, folded towels in their usual spots. If any visible areas are dirty, ensure they are cleaned.
Make sure the lawn looks presentable; however, a fresh cut is not necessary.
Roll up hoses and arrange outdoor furniture. Make sure trash cans are out of sight; either putting them in the garage or moving them to the street, as far away from the front of the house as possible.
FINALIZE
I will make sure that I don't capture these things in the photos unless They can't be moved. I will make sure all lights are on and blinds are open in the photos.
Additionally, please remove all vehicles from the driveway and do not park in front of the house.
IMPORTANT TIPS
The garage makes for a great temporary hiding spot for items that you need to quickly make disappear for the shoot. If there is not enough room in those spaces please hide additional items in closets or under beds. Remove seasonal decorations if possible.
I will be happy to walk through the home before the shoot and make sure everything is photo-ready. Thank you for allowing us to photograph your home—I am excited for you to see the final media!