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Pre-Listing Checklist

Before your listing goes live, ensure every detail is set for success. This checklist covers essential tasks—from verifying property details to optimizing visuals—so your listing makes the best first impression.

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INTERIOR:

KITCHEN

  • Ensure all appliances are working
  • Remove magnets/photos from fridge
  • Organize drawers and cabinets to create space
  • Put away non-essential appliances
  • Deep clean inside of Fridge, Microwave and oven
  • Have countertops clear of any clutter
  • Make sure trash is taken out to eliminate any odors
  • Have all surfaces wiped clean (handles, fridge door, faucet)

LIVING ROOM

  • Depersonalize by putting away any personal photos
  • touch up any paint/caulk and holes or drywall damage
  • Remove unnecessary furniture to create space
  • Vacuum/Clean/Dust all furniture, rugs and curtains
  • Wipe clean any windows/window sills/ledges
  • Tuck away remotes and cords for photos

BATHROOMS

  • Organize drawers and declutter countertops
  • Stow away any plungers/toilet bowel cleaners temp.
  • Make sure sinks, showers, tubs, and mirrors wiped clean
  • Stage fresh neutral colored towels on towel racks
  • Use neutral clean shower curtain

BEDROOMS

  • Lock up any valuables and out of plain sight
  • Depersonalize by putting away photos
  • Remove any unnecessary furniture
  • Organize closet to create space
  • Use clean neutral bedding and have beds made
  • Wipe/Dust all surfaces and ceiling fans

BASEMENT

  • Change furnace filter
  • Clean around water heater/mechanicals
  • Organize storage areas neatly
  • Remove any unnecessary items
  • Check for any moisture or water stains
  • Make sure access is clear and available for any crawl space, electrical panel, sewer lines

ATTIC

  • Make sure attic access is accessible
  • Check for any rodent activity
  • Check for roof leaks
  • organize or remove any storage items

EXTERIOR:

CURB APPEAL

  • Clean up garden beds, remove leaves
  • Touch up any exterior paint or missing siding
  • Power Wash front patio/porch
  • Have windows/front door clean
  • Add new doormat
  • Have trash bins put away in garage
  • Remove any extra vehicles/trailers for photos
  • Clean gutters

GARDEN BEDS

  • Add new mulch to beds
  • Mow lawn and trim edges for day of photos
  • Trim any shrubs or branches too close to roof/house
  • Remove weeds

Garage

  • Ensure garage door is working and lights work
  • Organize and declutter
  • Powerwash floors and clean any dust/debris built up
  • Remove any odors (heavy smelling gasoline, chemicals)
  • Make sure garage door remotes or code is available for access

DECK/BACKYARD

  • Powerwash or stain deck
  • Clean up branches/leaves
  • Patio furniture should be clean/tidy or removed.
  • Check fence for holes/damage/stability
  • Clean any BBQ/Grills or store in garage

OVERALL EXTERIOR

  • Check all areas on exterior or damage or repair
  • Make sure all steps/handrails are secure
  • Windows should be clean
  • Remove any unnecessary items
  • Check for any mole holes in yard or rodent nests
  • Make sure there are no trip hazards.

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