Hey friend,
So you’ve decided to sell your home—deep breath, this is big. Whether it’s your first cozy condo or the family home where you learned how to patch holes in drywall (or at least hide them behind furniture), it deserves to shine in its final performance.
And I mean shine. Because the truth is, people fall in love with homes online now—scroll, tap, swoon. So before that photographer shows up with a lens wider than your toddler’s snack radius, here’s your glow-up game plan.
1. Clear the Chaos
This isn’t just tidying—it’s giving your space a red carpet moment. The less “stuff” in sight, the more your home feels spacious and serene.
Kitchen counters = clean slates, not storage units
Shoes, backpacks, pet toys? Think witness protection
Laundry baskets go poof—hide them like a magic trick
2. Remove the "You" (Just for Now)
I know. That gallery wall? Adorable. But we want buyers to see their future here, not your last vacation.
Tuck away personal photos and names
Hide mail, toothbrushes, the unicorn bathrobe
Neutral vibes are queen—think fresh, calm, HGTV-worthy
3. Clean Like You’ve Got In-Laws Coming
You know the drill. Not “lived-in” clean—listing day clean. This is “we’re selling a dream” clean.
Floors, mirrors, windows—make them sparkle
Fluff pillows, smooth blankets, karate chop like a boss
Give bathrooms that hotel feel (minus the teeny soaps)
4. Let Nature Help You Out
Curb appeal isn’t a myth—it’s your home's first hello.
Mow, trim, sweep
Add a cheerful doormat or a potted plant
No cars in the driveway—let the house take center stage
5. Be the Light
Light is the mood-setter. It’s the silent hype girl in every photo.
Replace burnt-out bulbs (all of them, even that one)
Open the curtains—natural light is free magic
Keep colors warm and inviting (like your favorite café)
6. Scent: The Unsung Hero
You want it to smell like a home, not a candle aisle brawl.
Skip the heavy-duty air fresheners
Think: fresh laundry, subtle citrus, warm cookies
Avoid anything that says “plug-in” or “overwhelming”
7. Hide the Daily Grind
Everyday life is beautiful—but not in photos.
Stash sponges, soap bottles, trash cans
Tuck away bath mats and toilet brushes
Straighten chairs, fluff cushions, and lower toilet seats (yes, it matters)
8. Pets Are Adorable… Just Not in Listings
Your fur babies are family—but buyers might not be cat people.
Remove bowls, beds, and litter boxes
Take pets for a little outing during the shoot
And if your pup photobombs? We’ll frame it for you 😄
Final Thought
This isn’t about perfection—it’s about presentation. Your home has a story to tell, and we’re here to help it say, “Hey, I’m the one.”
You’ve got this. And if you want a photographer who sees the magic in your space (and can help make sure your couch doesn’t photobomb the shot), I’m just a message away.
Let’s make your listing unforgettable.
