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Exterior Front and Back
- Remove cars from driveway
 - Close all windows
 - Sweep walkways
 - Pick up leaves, sticks, branches
 - Put toys, bicycles away
 - Store seasonal décor
 - Stow garden tools, supplies
 - Remove all hoses
 - Straighten and arrange deck furniture
 - Clean pool area
 
Interior: Main Areas
- Remove personal items/photos
 - Remove all visible clutter
 - Open shades/blinds
 - Replace burned out light bulbs
 - Tidy up or put away all children’s toys
 - Empty waste baskets
 - Hide pet dishes/toys/beds
 - Vacuum carpets
 - Sweep hard floors
 - Remove newspapers, mail
 - Display attractive books
 - Turn off televisions
 - Turn on all lights
 
Interior: Kitchen
- Remove all items from refrigerator door
 - Store food in cabinets
 - De-clutter counters, stove
 - Stow small appliances
 - Hide soaps, cleaning items
 - Hide dish towels, sponges
 - Clear sink of dishes
 - Put away draining rack
 - Organize items on open shelves
 - Place bowl of fruit on counter
 
Interior: Dining Room
- Straighten/push in dining chairs
 - Add centerpiece, candles
 - Set the table for dinner
 - Add a vase of flowers
 - Add a bottle of wine, glasses
 
Interior: Bedrooms
- Make the beds
 - Arrange decorative pillows
 - Put away clothing, shoes
 - Clean under the bed
 - Clear surfaces of clutter
 
Interior: Bathrooms
- Make the bathrooms sparkle
 - Hang fresh towels
 - Clear counters of toiletries
 - Clean mirrors
 - Clean toilet and close lid
 - Remove all items from tub and shower