Important steps to assure that you have an uneventful MCVTour™.

  • Schedule the tour when the sun is hitting the house or ocean at the right time.
  • Make sure it is not garbage collection day on the same day as the tour.
  • Have your lawn service do the yard the day before the tour.
  • Cancel any construction work on the day of the tour.
  • Do not schedule the tour until the Open House is over.
  • Park your car in the street away from your home or in the garage.
  • Put away clutter, toys, pet beds and food bowls, cloths, bedding, dishes, and food.
  • Clean off counter tops and the top of the refrigerator. You do not want others to think you do not have enough storage.
  • Ice box art and magnets have never been an issue.
  • Make the bed and spruce up the pillows or quilts.
  • MCVT will not move furniture. This prevents an injury to the photographer or damage to property.
  • If you are concerned about photos of your children or family members take them down the day before the tour.
  • If you are concerned about expensive possessions being photographed remove them as well.
  • Make sure all lamps and lights work and turn them on when the photographer arrives.
  • Make sure your pets and children do not zip through the area while the tour is being conducted.
  • Provide the photographer with the gate code or the phone number to call from the gate or meet him there.
  • Have the MLS number ready on the day of the tour. We cannot post it without the MLS number.
  • If it is an office exclusive we will assign it a number.

Lighting Check List:

  • Replace any burned out bulbs
  • Use compact florescent bulbs whenever possible for a low wattage, energy saving alternative
  • Replace lamp shades for a quick fix
  • Make sure all fixtures are clean
  • Fix any problems before you list your home
  • Add dimmer switches wherever possible
  • Clean all windows and pull back the curtains so the sun can shine in
  • Add task lighting to your kitchen - most people don’t have enough. Mount halogen pot lights under your cupboards for optimal counter lighting.
  • Replace any fixtures/shade that are outdated and unattractive
Keep in mind that you still want your home to have mass appeal, but don’t be afraid to get creative. For a small investment in a funky or unique lamp or fixture, you can add instant character and charm to your home.

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