Seller’s Pre-Closing Checklist

SELLER’S CHECKLIST

You have decided to list your home for sale. Congratulations, now call Julie
Antunes 480-225-0007 to help during this fascinating time.

First, compile a list of repairs and projects you will have to do to get your home ready to sell.

• Factor in closing costs; expect to pay about 7 to 9% of the home’s sale price.
• Factor in costs of repairs, projects, and staging.
• Factor in moving expenses.
• With Julie’s help, they set the price of the home.
• Prepare documents relevant to an interested buyer, i.e., prior year’s tax bill, annual utility bills, permits for additions, floor plans, pools, etc.
• Prepare a list of items to be included/excluded from the sale.
• Complete the repairs and projects.
• Once the home is staged and ready to go live, Julie and Lisa will implement the marketing plan discussed at the first meeting.
• Upon receipt of an offer, Julie will negotiate for the best price and terms, working hard on your behalf.
• Once an offer is accepted, anticipate the buyer’s inspections and repair requests.
• If applicable, the inspection report to be reviewed is responded to, and negotiations completed.
• Make repairs and gather appropriate receipts.
• Call movers to reserve the date.
• Call the utility and other vendor companies two weeks before closing to terminate service.
• Redirect your mail.
• Sign documents at the title company three days before closing or sooner.
• Besides the lock-box key, gather all keys – mailbox, door, storage area, etc., fobs and gate codes, garage door openers, warranties, and leave them in the drawer in the kitchen.

You have sold your home and are on your way to your new destination!