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Pre-Selling Checklist for Home Sellers
After meeting with Mike Juliff to determine your home’s list price and marketing strategy, immediately begin the process of preparing your home for sale and gathering important documents. This will help ensure your home will attract the market’s top buyers and a seamless closing.
Presenting Your Home for Sale
- Declutter & Depersonalize – Remove excess furniture, personal items, and family photos to make the space more neutral and appealing.
- Deep Clean – Ensure the home is spotless, including carpets, windows, and appliances. Consider hiring a professional cleaner.
- Repairs & Maintenance – Fix minor issues like leaky faucets, broken handles, chipped paint, or squeaky doors.
- Enhance Curb Appeal – Mow the lawn, trim bushes, plant flowers, and touch up the exterior paint to create a great first impression.
- Repaint in Neutral Colors – A fresh coat of neutral paint makes spaces look clean and inviting.
- Stage the Home – Arrange furniture to highlight the best features and maximize space.
Gathering Important Documents
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- Title & Deed – Ensure ownership documents are in order.
- Mortgage Payoff Statement – If applicable, check the remaining loan balance.
- Property Tax Records – Have the latest tax documents ready.
- Utility Bills – Buyers may want to see average costs.
- Homeowners Association (HOA) Documents – If applicable, provide details on fees and regulations.
- Home Improvements & Repairs List – Keep a record of upgrades and warranties for buyers.
- Inspection Reports – If you’ve had a pre-listing inspection, include those findings.