MARKET - READY
Use This Quick Checklist Before Photos, Showings, Inspections & Appraisals
THROUGHOUT HOUSE:
- Empty the garbage in each room
- Dust and vacuum
- Open blinds to make rooms brighter
- Turn on lights, even during the day
LIVING ROOM:
- Straighten pillows and cushions on the couch and
chairs - Dust television screen
BEDROOMS:
- Beds are nicely made
- Dirty clothes in closed hamper
- Toys picked up and put away in children’s rooms
- Straighten up closets
OFFICE:
- Tidy up
- Dust computer monitor
HALLWAY CLOSETS/STORAGE AREAS:
- Double check that they are neat and orderly (towels
nicely folded, etc.)
BATHROOMS:
- Put away everything that isn’t essential
- Drawers and cabinets are cleaned and uncluttered
- Clean the shower and tub
- Fold towels neatly
- Put the toilet lid down
PETS:
- Clean kitty litter
- Fresh water in bowls, or put away until they leave
- Fresh food in bowls, or put away until they leave
- Clean the fish tank if needed
- Clean cages for birds, hamsters, etc.
KITCHEN:
- Dishes should be in dishwasher or put away
- De-clutter the countertops… put away toaster, coffee
maker, blender, etc. - Clean and organize the refrigerator
- Cabinets and pantry are tidy
- Stove, stovetop and microwave clean of food stains
- Take out garbage and recycle and hide your garbage can in the garage.
YARD:
- Mow lawn, rake leaves during autumn
- Sweep walkway and doorstep
- Turn on outside lights if evening time
- Pick up after pets and put away outdoor toys and tools