Exterior
Remove vehicles from driveways / in front of property
Hide garbage cans
Put away tools, yard toys, cleaning supplies, etc.
Remove hoses (if not possible, then wind them up neatly)
Close gates and garage doors
Remove covers from grills, furniture, spas and pools
Put patio umbrellas up
Remove pool equipment and pool toys from view
Turn on fountains/waterscapes
Remove security signs
Rake leaves and remove sticks from the yard
Trim shrubs, trees & plants and mow lawn.
Kitchen / Dining rooms
Remove soap bottles and sponges
Remove all magnets/items from refrigerator
Remove any dishes from the sink and counters
Remove high chairs or booster seats
Remove floor mats/rugs (if tile or wood flooring)
Remove paper towels
Remove trash can(s)
Remove pens, notepads, mail, & other paper items
Clean countertops and appliances surfaces
Living / Family rooms
Straighten rugs, curtains, throw pillows & book shelves
Remove any children’s toys and/or pet toys
Remove magazines and newspapers
Put away clothes, shoes, personal items, etc.
Set dining table or clear off everything but for a small centerpiece
Bedrooms / bathrooms
Make all beds and remove anything stored under the bed if visible
Tidy up walk-in closets
Put away all clothes and shoes
Remove soaps, lotions, shampoo / conditioner bottles from view
Remove floor mats/rugs if visible
Clean mirrors & shower glass
Remove weight scales
Remove personal care items (toothbrushes, razors, etc)
Remove wash cloths (Neatly folded hand towels and towels are OK)
Remove shower squeegees and hanging shower racks
Close all windows and open curtains/blinds to bring in as much natural light as possible
Make sure all light bulbs are working (it is preferable to make sure all light fixtures have the same type of lightbulb in them, if possible)
Turn ON all interior lights and lamps
Turn ON fireplaces
Turn OFF televisions & computer monitors
Turn OFF all ceiling fans
Remove personal family photos
Remove calendars and seasonal decorations
Remove floor fans and space heaters
Remove/hide all trash cans
Remove tissue boxes
Remove pet food/water bowls, toys and beds (pets must be restrained and out of the shots)
Clean windows (interior and exterior)
Put away all clutter (in closet or cabinet)