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The Home Sellers Checklist

Last Updated on Monday, 24 March 2008 13:55 Written by Administrator Monday, 26 November 2007 23:42

Are you thinking about putting your home on the market? Here's a simple checklist to help you get your home prepared to sell.

	Front Door:
	Newly painted
	Doorbell operating
	Door brass polished
	Hinges oiled

	Exterior of House:
	House recently painted
	Gutters recently cleaned
	Exterior lights operating
	Missing shingles replaced
	Moss removed from roof

	Windows:
	Window trims painted
	Windows operating freely
	Cracked windowpanes replaced
	Windows washed

	Driveway:
	Resurfaced
	Potholes patched
	Recently sealed

	Patios:
	Wood stained or painted
	Fencing secure

	Lawn:
	Lawn in good condition
	Grass mowed
	Edges trimmed

	Trees/Shrubs:
	Dead branches pruned
	Dead shrubs replaced
	Overgrown shrubs pruned

	Entry:
	Entry lights operating
	Floors cleaned
	Closet cleaned
	Closet light operating

	Living Room:
	Recently painted
	Cracks in ceiling/walls repaired
	Leaks repaired & watermarks covered
	Wallpaper secured
	Woodwork repainted
	Curtains/drapes/blinds cleaned
	Drapes/blinds opened
	Carpets cleaned
	Furniture positioned to show space

	Kitchen:
	Sink free of stains
	No dripping faucets
	Appliances in good working order
	Walls, cabinets free of stains
	Countertops cleared and cleaned
	Pantry neatly arranged
	Pantry hardware replaced
	Refrigerator defrosted

	Family Room:
	Cracks in ceiling/walls repaired
	Leaks repaired & watermarks covered
	Wallpaper secured
	Woodwork repainted
	Windows washed
	Curtains/drapes/blinds cleaned
	Windows operating freely
	Drapes/blinds opened
	Carpets cleaned
	Hobby supplies put away

	Bedrooms:
	Cracks in ceiling/walls repaired
	Leaks repaired & watermarks covered
	Wallpaper secured
	Woodwork repaired
	Windows washed
	Curtains/drapes/blinds cleaned
	Floor waxed/refinished
	Carpets cleaned
	Beds made
	Laundry put away
	Floor free from clutter

	Basement:
	Cracks in ceiling/walls repaired
	No evidence of water penetration
	Dampness removed
	Cold water pipes covered
	Dehumidifier installed
	Sump pump installed
	No musty odors
	Drains cleared
	Furnace cleaned
	Storage neatly arranged
	Excess storage removed
	Floor swept
	Light fixtures operating
	Handrail secure
	Stairway runner secure

	Dining Room:
	Cracks in ceiling/walls repaired
	Leaks repaired & watermarks covered
	Wallpaper secured
	Woodwork repaired
	Windows washed
	Drapes/blinds open to view
	Floor waxed/refinished
	Carpets cleaned

	Bathrooms:
	Sink stains removed
	Leaky faucets repaired
	Grouting stains removed
	All joints caulked
	Missing tiles replaced
	All fixtures operating
	Floors cleaned
	New shower curtain
	All supplies stored
	Guest towels

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Home Seller's Guide

Work Orders or Repair Requests
29.11.07
In every transaction there is usually a request for repairs given to the seller by the buyer. The work order is usually backed up by a third party inspection report. The following is a list of some possible work orders. The work orders must be completed prior to closing and the seller is responsible for having them done. Check with your local authorities for specific requirements.
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Showing Your Home
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So, you've prepared your home to sell and have put it on the market. Now the call comes that a prospective buyer is coming to take a look. Here are some simple steps to take to make sure you home is being shown in the best light.
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The Proceeds from Your Home Sale
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Once you've been given an estimate of market value, you can get a rough idea of how much cash you might walk away with when the sale is completed. This can be particularly useful as you start looking for another home to buy.
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Pricing Your Home
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In setting the list price for your home, you should be aware of a buyer's frame of mind . Based on a list of houses for sale in your neighborhood (which can be in the form of a printed list from us, or online search results that you've found yourself), buyers will determine which houses they want to view.
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Preparing Your Home to Sell
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A house that "sparkles" on the surface will sell faster than its shabby neighbor, even though both are structurally well-maintained. From experience, REALTORS® also know that a "well-polished" house appeals to more buyers and will sell faster and for a higher price . Additionally, buyers feel more comfortable purchasing a well-cared for home because if what they can see is maintained, what they can't see has probably also been maintained.
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Owning income property is having a small business that runs out of your home. It has products (rental units), inventory (vacant units) and expenses. You have customers, your tenants.
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What is a Mature Property?
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What the heck is a mature property? A mature property is a property that has a positive cash flow over a 12 month period after all of the expenses has been paid. Most investors like to buy properties that are mature from the moment they close escrow. This isn’t necessarily practical in many real estate markets in the US depending on your market you might be looking at 12-18 months. So, how do you mature the property? Get more income or get more equity.
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Why Should I Invest in Real Estate?
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Exit Strategies with the Smallest Tax Consequences
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What is Boot?
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Is My Real Estate Agent Representing Me or the Seller?
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Here’s the myth…”If I have the listing agent write the offer, I’m going to get a better deal on the home.” This is absolutely false for a number of reasons.
1. The agent represents the Seller and the Seller only. They have no responsibility to you.
2. The listing agent doesn’t want to bring a low offer to their sellers, so they will push for a higher initial offer from you.
3. The listing agent is not allowed to disclose items to you that would put the seller at a disadvantage in the negotiation. You’re on your own.
4. The agent who is represents the seller is presenting the offer to the seller. You are not represented in the transaction.
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Why should I use my own agent instead of the listing agent to write the offer?
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Here’s the myth…”If I have the listing agent write the offer, I’m going to get a better deal on the home.” This is absolutely false for a number of reasons.
1. The agent represents the Seller and the Seller only. They have no responsibility to you.
2. The listing agent doesn’t want to bring a low offer to their sellers, so they will push for a higher initial offer from you.
3. The listing agent is not allowed to disclose items to you that would put the seller at a disadvantage in the negotiation. You’re on your own.
4. The agent who is represents the seller is presenting the offer to the seller. You are not represented in the transaction.
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Positioning Yourself to Be A VIP Buyer
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So, what is a VIP Buyer anyway? The simple definition is a buyer who can close the sale and proves it with documentation when they write an offer. Why is this important? IT WILL SAVE YOU MONEY!
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Do You Have a Plan for Buying?
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A plan is something that most people over look when going into a new home purchase and if you don’t have one it could cost you lots and lots of money. A good REALTOR® will be able to help you with your plan. The biggest issue with your plan is TIME.
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Getting Your Financial House in Order
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