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WORK FROM A PLAN
« List each room of the house, noting the clutter in each
room, including closets.
« De-clutter rooms one at a time, attacking from the
smallest project to the biggest.
« Clear out each room, keeping only essential items.
« Donate or discard clothes, decor, toys, and other
items no longer used.
« Box up possessions that you want to keep but do not
currently use and put them in storage.
« Keep surfaces clean and free of collected items.
ROOM-BY-ROOM LIST:
« Kitchen—Clear the counters, leaving only three or
four essential items. Keep towels, dishcloths, and
potholders out of sight. Soaps and cleaners should be
stored under the sink. Rarely used small appliances
can be packed and put in storage. Pack away teacups,
serving dishes, and platters if you normally showcase
them. If you want to draw attention to decorative
shelving, put a few pieces out for show. Seasonal
dishes and accessories should also be stored. Remove
any pest control traps or poison from the pantry and
closets. Appliances are not extra shelving or storage.
Buyers will not want to find the microwave used as a
bread box or the oven as cookware storage.
«Bathrooms—Make the bathroom look as though it’s
rarely used. Remove everything from the cabinets and
drawers. Keep what you need or will use and discard
the rest. Store prescription medications out of sight
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