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PHOTOSHOOT  PREP  LIST

As a general rule the home should be vacuumed, organized, and ready to show when the photographer arrives. It is not the responsibility of the photographer to rearrange or clean.

 

Exterior

  • Remove cars from driveway

  • Remove garbage cans and debris in the front and back yard.

  • Prepare landscaping around home (grass cut, plants trimmed, remove leaves, remove snow from the driveway/walkways)

  • Remove seasonal decorations/stage outdoor furniture (Uncover grills, open patio umbrellas, uncover pool/hot tub/spa)

 

Kitchen

  • Clear countertops (limit 3 items on counter top)

  • Clean fridge and remove personal items (magnets, pictures, calendars, etc)

  • Remove cleaning supplies and towels 

 

Living Areas & Bathroom

  • Turn on all lights (Replace all burned out light bulbs and ensure they are the same color)

  • Turn off all tv and fireplaces

  • Open all blinds, shades, and curtains

  • Turn off all fans

  • Clear off all tables

  • Hide all remotes, laptops, and other small electronics

  • Remove all pet items

  • Clean, fluff, arrange pillows, and make all beds 

  • Remove/minimize family photos

  • Hide all garbage cans/laundry hampers

  • Declutter any areas with many items (Toys, clothing, dishes, towels, shoes, etc.)

  • Put out fresh towels

  • Close toilet lids

  • Limit bathroom countertop to 2 items or less and no personal items

  • Remove all shampoos, conditioners, body-washes, etc. from shower


 

For any questions, please do not hesitate to call/text (224) 716-0914 or email ( windycityrephotos@gmail.com )

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Photo Rights and Usage for Real Estate Photography: The original agent who paid for this service has permission to use these images on any electronic or printed form of advertisement for the promotion of that property. The licensing agreement is valid only for the duration the home/property is listed for sale and cannot be reused without specific written permission. Images cannot be sold to another agent who takes over an expired or withdrawn listing. Failure to pay for the images will result in a copyright infringement/violation. You will be asked to remove the image from any electronic or printed form of advertisement. Failure to stop using them will result in legal action. No modification of images such as lighting, virtual staging or declutter is allowed.

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