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MREM will be closed from Sept 27 - Oct 12
Is Your Home Media Ready?
Check this Getting Ready List out
EXTERIOR
Mow lawn, trim shrubs, & clear leaves
Pull weeds and clean up flowerbeds
Clean and arrange patio furniture
Hide garden hose/reel
Sweep walkways and porches
Put garbage cans away
Put kids toys/pet toys away
Put pool toys away, open umbrellas
Park vehicles on street
INTERIOR
Declutter all surfaces & personal items/photos
(counters, vanities, dressers, nightstands, etc.)
Make all beds and straighten all curtains
Put clutter away in drawers, closets or garage
Replace burnt-out bulbs
Hide visible cords (cable, power cords, etc.)
Hide all trash cans (kitchen & bathrooms)
Sweep/mop floors, clean windows, & dust
Remove towels and small rugs
Pick up & put away kids toys/pet toys
Crate/hide pets (move to garage or storage)
Day of Media
What the photographer does
Open up all Curtains/Blinds
Turn on all lights
Close all Toilet seats in bathrooms
We can NOT
Move or rearrange furniture or other items
in the house
Move or hide cords (tv/cable, power cords,
etc.)
Make beds, clean, dust or declutter
Move or handle pets and pet items
Touch personal hygiene items (shampoo,
toothbrushes, brushes, etc.)
Our photographers are unable to assist you in cleaning or moving personal
property due to insurance limitations.
Reminders
Getting your home ready for Media Day is one of the most important steps in the selling process!
Ask yourself: “Is this something I want photographed and showcased as part of my home’s marketing?”
Taking the time to prepare ensures that everyone, you as the homeowner, your listing agent, and the photography team, are satisfied with the end result. And the ultimate goal? Presenting your home in the best possible light so it sells quickly and at the highest value.
Think of Media Day as your home’s big debut—let’s make it shine!
