Seller's Checklist

Research your home’s value and market trends
Review your mortgage payoff amount
Decide on your moving timeline
Gather key documents (HOA rules, warranties, utility bills, repair receipts)

Declutter and depersonalize spaces for buyer appeal
Deep clean or schedule professional cleaning
Refresh landscaping and add curb appeal
Consider professional staging for maximum impact

Schedule professional photos, video, drone, or 3D tour
Highlight your home’s best features in the listing description
Confirm signage and lockbox placement
Keep your home “show ready” at all times

Store valuables securely
Arrange care for pets
Open blinds, turn on lights, freshen the space
Step out during showings so buyers feel comfortable

Review and compare offers with your Realtor
Negotiate terms and contingencies
Complete disclosures and paperwork
Prepare for inspection and appraisal
Address repairs or credits if needed

Schedule movers or a rental truck
Transfer utilities and cancel services
File a change-of-address with USPS, banks, and subscriptions
Review final settlement statement before signing
Gather keys, garage remotes, and manuals for the buyer