De-clutter – Go through all key rooms picking up all clutter. Do not be concerned about where it should go. Put it all in a closet: catalogs, bills and newspapers, pet toys, handbags, shoes, sports equipment, stray DVDs, etc. 4 minutes

Wipe Down – use a small cleaning caddy with all the products and gloves.

Kitchen – Spray an all-purpose cleaner on kitchen counter top. Remove fingerprints from stainless-steel surfaces.

Dining room – Wipe down the dining room table and other surfaces like china cabinet or server.

Bathroom – Spray bathroom sink, vanity, counter tops with disinfectant. Clean mirror. Spritz all outside surfaces of toilet with disinfectant and wipe down. Using cleaner in water and toilet brush. Scrub under the rim and flush. 10 minutes

Dust – Dust coffee table, TV ( including screen), entertainment center, frames and collectables on display. Then dust the floors in the kitchen, living room, great room, bathroom. Finish up by defurring couches and chairs with a lint roller. 5 minutes

Empty – Clear out the sink and put dishes in the dishwasher. Empty waste basket in the bathroom and take out the trash. 2 minutes

Restock – Put out fresh hand towels, a box of tissues, and hand soap. Put out fresh place mats. 4 minutes

Display – Fluff and arrange throw pillows and push couch cushions that might be out of kilter. Make and instant centerpiece by throwing fruit or vegetables into a decorative bowl in the center of the dining room. 4 minutes

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