Staging Your Home To Show

To make the best impression, keep your home clean, neat, uncluttered and in good repair. Please review this list prior to each showing:

• Keep everything clean. A messy or dirty home will cause prospective buyers to notice every flaw.
• Clear all clutter from counter tops.
• Let the light in. Raise shades, open blinds, pull back the curtains and turn on the lights.
• Get rid of odors such as tobacco, pets, cooking, etc., but don't overdo air fresheners or potpourri. Fresh baked bread and cinnamon can make a positive impact.
• Send pets away or secure them away from the house, and be sure to clean up after them.
• Close the windows to eliminate street noise.
• If possible you, your pets, and your children should be gone while your home is being shown.
• Clean trash cans and put them out of sight.
• If you must be present while your home is shown, keep noise down. Turn off the TV and radio. Soft, instrumental music is fine, but avoid vocals.
• Keep the garage door closed and the driveway clear. Park autos and campers away from your home during showings.
• Hang clean, attractive guest towels in the bathrooms.
• Check that sink and tub are scrubbed and unstained.
• Make the beds with attractive spreads.
• Stash or throw out newspapers, magazines, junk mail.