Tips and Tricks #2 - Preparing the Inside of the House

Remove, pack or store extra items

Organize linens and group like items

Pack and store off season clothing

Clear counters and store unused small appliances

Remove and pack extra dishes

Consolidate duplicate food items

Clear fridge of photos and notes

Organize utensil and "junk" drawers

Organize and consolidate items under the sink

Take advantage of vertical space in cabinets with racks designed for this purpose

Remove extra items from vanities and medicine cabinets

Remove personal items such as prescription drugs or anything you wouldn't want seen

Put away tooth brushes for showings

Buy new fluffy white hand towels which are used just for showings (they can be rolled in a basket for a spa look)

Add a new fabric shower curtain

Buy new pump soap or bar soap just for showings

Remove papers and magazines from tables

Remove extra furniture and arrange for openness

Remove unhealthy plants and replace with lush ones

Replace flat throw pillows and tattered throws with new ones

Pack and store collections

Pack and store children's toys (even if it's just for the showing)

Minimize where possible, bedrooms should be retreats and uncluttered

Add fluffy new bedding, Duvet covers are a great way to add depth to a bed

Add accent pillows and a throw to the bed

Make sure all laundry is put away

Depersonalize as much as possible

Remove extra items, pack and organize

Organize tools and gardening equipment

Sweep or vacuum floors and ceilings

Show dedicated space for car

Repeat above (you can omit the dedicated car space)

Wipe down furnace, water heater, washer & dryer

Sweep or vacuum cobwebs