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Setting The Mood For A Showing

Your House Is About To Be Shown -
Now Set The Mood!

  • Turn on ALL lights inside and out.
  • Turn on the radio or put in a CD.
  • If you have a fireplace, show it off - have it burning or in the summer put some clean logs in it for looks
  • Take the pet and leave for a drive or a walk (if possible)
  • Open all the window shades, blinds and curtains to allow maximum natural light
  • Add fresh flowers to the dining table or the foyer area
  • Pick up all toys and kids stuff
  • Organize all newspapers, magazines, mail and other loose items
  • Make sure the house temperature is comfortable and inviting
  • Make the beds and pick up all laundry (it's ok to shove stuff under the bed)
  • Straighten the bathrooms, put down the toilet seat and shut the shower curtain
  • Empty the sinks and wash them out
  • Run the vacuum
  • Try your best to make your home 'Model' perfect.
  • REMEMBER FIRST IMPRESSIONS ARE EVERYTHING!!!