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Showing Checklist

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Get Your Home Ready to Impress

First impressions matter, especially during showings. Our checklist helps you prepare your home to look clean, clutter-free, and welcoming. From lighting and scents to curb appeal and safety, we’ve gathered all the small things that make a big impact on buyers. Use this guide to stay organized and show your home in its best light, every time.

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Whole Home Prep

  • Open curtains and blinds (unless view is a distraction); turn on all lights
  • Sweep, vacuum, and clean floors in every room
  • Keep temperature comfortable; low, calm music is optional
  • Remove clutter—start boxing unused items and store them in one area
  • Keep scents light and neutral; avoid too many candles or plug-ins
  • Limit personal photos and remove valuables (jewelry, meds, electronics)
  • Don’t overstuff closets—buyers will look inside and clutter feels like lack of space
  • Provide access to garages, sheds, and outdoor spaces
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Curb Appeal & Entry

  • Pick up yard, remove leaves/snow, and mow if needed
  • Clean porch, door glass, and windows; place clean doormat
  • Open patio umbrellas, clean up outdoor seating/fire pit areas
  • Remove clutter from foyer and entry closet
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Key Rooms

Kitchen
  • Wipe counters and appliances; remove unnecessary items
  • Add fresh flowers or greenery if available
Bedrooms
  • Make beds and clear surfaces on dressers and nightstands
Bathrooms
  • Wipe counters and mirrors; open clean shower curtains
  • Tuck personal items into a basket stored under the sink
  • Close toilet lids
Media Room
  • Leave a calm, family-friendly movie playing if possible
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Pet Considerations

  • Remove all signs of pets (dishes, toys, litter, etc.)
  • Take pets out of the home during showings
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Scent & Atmosphere

  • Ask a friend for honest feedback on how your home smells
  • Eliminate odors at the source (not just cover-ups)
  • A drop of vanilla warmed in the oven or on a light bulb can help
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