Seller Checklist

Research local real estate market conditions

Review your mortgage and understand payoff amount

Gather important documents (deed, mortgage, warranties)

Interview and select a real estate agent

Discuss pricing strategy with your agent

Deep clean entire house (or hire professionals)

Declutter and depersonalize all rooms

Make necessary repairs (leaky faucets, cracked tiles, etc.)

Paint walls in neutral colors

Enhance curb appeal (lawn, landscaping, front door)

Clean windows inside and out

Remove excess furniture to make rooms appear larger

Consider professional staging

Schedule professional photography

Consider video walkthrough or virtual tour

Write compelling property description with your agent

Review and sign listing agreement

Decide on showing schedule and access method

Plan where you'll go during showings

Keep home clean and show-ready at all times

Be flexible with showing times

Leave during showings to let buyers explore freely

Review feedback from showings with your agent

Stay in regular communication with your agent

Be prepared to adjust price if necessary

Review and respond to buyer's offer with your agent

Negotiate terms if needed

Prepare for home inspection

Review inspection report and negotiate repairs

Complete agreed-upon repairs

Prepare for appraisal

Gather requested documents for closing

Start planning your move

Review closing disclosure carefully

Schedule moving company or truck rental

Transfer or cancel utilities

Forward mail to new address

Complete final walkthrough with buyers

Remove all personal belongings

Leave appliance manuals, warranties, and garage door openers

Do final cleaning of the property

Bring photo ID to closing

Review and sign all closing documents

Hand over all keys, remotes, and access codes

Receive your proceeds check or wire transfer

Celebrate your successful sale!