10 Things to Do Before a Home Showing: A Seller’s Checklist
When your home is on the market, every showing is an opportunity to make a great first impression. As a seller, taking a few minutes to prepare your home before buyers arrive can help your property feel clean, comfortable, and inviting.
Here are 10 things to do before a home showing:
1. Turn on the Lights
Open curtains and blinds and turn on lights throughout the home. Bright rooms generally feel more welcoming.
2. Declutter the Counters
Clear kitchen and bathroom countertops. Less clutter helps buyers focus on the space.
3. Make the Beds
Fresh, neatly made beds can make bedrooms feel cleaner and more inviting.
4. Clean the Kitchen
Put away dishes, wipe down appliances, and make sure the kitchen is free of strong food odors.
5. Freshen the Bathrooms
Put away personal items, close toilet lids, and make sure mirrors and countertops are clean.
6. Control Pet Odors
If you have pets, take them with you when possible and remove litter boxes, food bowls, and other pet-related items.
7. Take Out the Trash
Empty kitchen and bathroom trash cans before leaving.
8. Adjust the Temperature
Make sure your home is comfortable when buyers walk through the door.
9. Create Curb Appeal
Pick up toys, sweep the entryway, mow the lawn if needed, and make the front entrance inviting.
10. Leave the Home During the Showing
Give buyers the opportunity to comfortably explore the home and talk privately with their agent.
One More Tip: Listen to Your Real Estate Agent
Your agent may recommend specific things to address based on buyer feedback, the current market, and the condition of your home. Small changes before showings can sometimes make a meaningful difference in how buyers experience your property.
If you're preparing to sell a home in Kyle, Buda, San Marcos, Lockhart, or the surrounding Hays County area, contact Allen Deaver of Asset Realty for a free, no-obligation consultation. I can help you prepare your home for the market and develop a strategy designed around your goals.
