Here's a Checklist to help you prepare for your Open Houses. Make it an awesome day!
Curb Appeal
• Park cars down the street and away from driveway and front of house in order to give buyers clear picture of home
• Remove any front lawn debris, toys, trash cans, pet debris, etc.
• Garage doors down and front door wide open (weather permitting)
• Set out "Emotional Connection Points"
Interior
• Quickly go through home and pick up any extraneous items (toys, clothes, etc.)
• Turn ON every light in the home
• Open all blinds and window coverings for maximum light (unless there are privacy or view issues)
• Spray and wipe bathroom and kitchen counters
• Vacuum high traffic areas
• Fluff couch pillows, place throw strategically, and organize coffee table
• Fire in fireplace, if appropriate
• Close TV cabinet doors
• Turn on interior lights in china cabinet or shelves
• Set out dress towels in bathroom
• Toilet seats down
• Fluff beds and pillows in all bedrooms
• Keep music on low (use TV cable in order to keep uniform in every room)
• Always have fresh flowers on hand during home selling months and place them throughout home (particularly in bathrooms and bedrooms)
• Bake cookies for guests and offer with lemonade or coffee
• Open windows, if weather is appropriate
• All ceiling fans should be on low
• All exterior house doors should be open
• Walk-in Closet doors open
• Set out "Emotional Connection Points" in each room
• Remove any pets, pet dishes, or litter boxes
Empty all garbage cans
