REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHY CHECKLIST
Exterior
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Remove all vehicles from the driveway. Make sure the garage doors are closed. Do not park cars in front of the home.
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Close all windows.
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Sweep porch, deck, patio and sidewalks.
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Mow lawn and trim shrubs, clean yard debris and rake leaves
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Remove trashcans, garden tools, sprinklers and lawn equipment. Store mower out of sight.
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Neatly stow or remove hoses.
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Put away kids’ toys and bicycles.
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Remove any old pots with dead or dormant plants.
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Store seasonal décor.
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Arrange deck furniture.
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Clean pool area.
Family/Great rooms
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Position furniture to open up space in front of fireplace or TV.
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Remove any non-essential furniture.
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Remove picture hanging hardware and spackle/paint holes.
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Vacuum carpets, sweep hardwood floors.
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Remove personal items/photos.
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Remove all visible clutter.
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Replace all burned out light bulbs and turn on all lights.
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Turn off all ceiling fans.
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Open shades/blinds.
Dining rooms
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Remove any non-essential furniture.
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Straighten/push in dining chairs.
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Add simple centerpiece i.e. candles/vase of flowers.
Kitchen
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Clear off counters and islands
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Minimize small kitchen appliances, remove paper towels, cleaners, etc.
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Remove notes, pictures and magnets from refrigerator.
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Hide floor mats, rugs and dish towels.
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Clear sink of dishes.
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Put away draining rack.
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Organize items on open shelves.
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Hide any non-decorative trash cans.
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Put away pet beds, toys and bowls.
Bedrooms
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Make bed and display decorative pillows.
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Clear personal items from night stands.
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Clear under the beds.
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Clean surfaces of clutter.
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Walk-in closets should be neat and organized.
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Store toys, play equipment or accessories in kid’s closet.
Bathrooms
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Clear all medications, toothbrushes/holders and toiletries from bathrooms.
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Clear all items from tub and shower.
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Windex all mirrors and shower stalls.
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Put away all floor mats.
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Clean toilet and close lid.
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Hang fresh towels.