Here are a few tips to prepare your home for photos. Start by turning on all of your interior lights, including under-cabinet lights in the kitchen, and interior lighting in any curio cabinets or shelves. Turn off ceiling fans, open the blinds and curtains throughout your home. Natural light is great! With a little preparation, you can make your photoshoot go seamlessly and show your home in its best.
Kitchen
Remove the following:
Clutter from the countertops | Wipe smudges and Fingerprints |
Items on the Refrigerator (kids artwork/magnets) | Ensure all light bulbs are working |
Small Appliances | Have food put away |
Hanging towel Rags | Remove trashcan |
Bathrooms
Remove the following:
Clutter from the countertops | Clean your mirrors |
Visible soaps | Ensure all light bulbs are working |
Toilet paper | Clean your tile and grout |
Laundry | Hide your toothbrushes |
Bedrooms
Remove the following:
Hampers | Make the bed |
Family Portraits | Put away clothes |
Personal Items | Ensure all light bulbs are working |
Shoes | Remove any extra blankets/pillows |
Living Areas
Remove the following:
Clutter from tables | Durst Furniture |
Family Portraits | Wipe smudges and Fingerprints |
Holiday Décor | Ensure all light bulbs are working |
Children’s Toys | Arrange cushions + pillows |
Exterior
Remove the following:
Cars, Boats, RV’s | Mow the lawn |
Children’s toys | Trim bushes, flower, trees |
Trashcans | Dispose of fallen leaves |
Holiday decor | Sweep walkways |
Others
Remove the following:
Clutter from areas | Ensure all light bulbs are working |
Evidence of animals | Remove dust |
Jewelry/personal items | Clean floors |
Holiday decor | Clean windows and blinds |
Thank you for reading!
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JUDY HA
Blackrock Investments and Finance, Inc.
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