Tips to Prepare Your Home for the Photo Shoot

• Have the lawns mowed, leaves raked, bushes trimmed.
• When in season, flowers can add a gorgeous pop of color.
• Remove all vehicles from the driveway and front of the house. 
• All garbage cans, hoses and garden tools are put away.
• Check all lights and change dim or broken bulbs. 
• Remove any “cute” yard decorations that may be out.
• Remove any “clutter” from inside the home. 
• Put away toys, clothing, hampers, dishes, towels etc. 
• Make the beds. 
• Bathroom and kitchen counters should be empty and clean.
• Make sure the kitchen sink is empty. 
• Hide the trash cans. 
• Remove/hide personal photos. 
• Remove/hide any pet beds, water/food bowls, toys, etc. 
• Remove/hide any decorations or magnets from the fridge. 
• Turn on all lights. 
• Open all blinds in rooms to be photographed. 
• If needed, shovel snow from walkways, driveways and patios. 
• If there’s a pool, take down security gate, uncover and clean. 
• Put all of the toilet seats and lids down.