Complete This Checklist Before Listing Your Home

Thinking about selling your home? Before the “For Sale” sign goes in the yard, a little prep can go a long way.

But before we get into it, if you’re considering a home sale, click here to download our FREE Seller Guide! It’s packed with additional tips and tricks around the selling process, preparation recommendations, and more!

The checklist below will help you make a strong first impression, attract serious buyers, and maximize your sale price! Even if you can’t do everything on the list, some improvements can make a big difference.

1. Deep Clean Every Inch
A clean home looks newer and better cared for. Pay special attention to kitchens, bathrooms, baseboards, windows, and light fixtures.

2. Declutter and Depersonalize
Buyers need to envision themselves living in your home. Store away family photos, collectibles, and anything that doesn’t serve a purpose.

3. Take Care of Minor Repairs
Loose knobs, squeaky doors, or chipped paint can signal neglect. Knock out the small stuff before buyers notice.

4. Boost Your Curb Appeal
First impressions start at the curb. Mow the lawn, trim hedges, add fresh mulch, and consider a pop of color with flowers or a new front door mat.

5. Neutralize Your Space
Paint over bold colors with neutral tones and remove anything overly taste-specific. You want wide appeal, not personal style statements.

6. Stage Key Rooms
You don’t need a full design overhaul. Just focus on making the living room, kitchen, and primary bedroom feel open and inviting.

7. Get a Pre-Listing Walkthrough
We’ll help you spot red flags, make strategic upgrades, and create a listing plan that highlights your home’s best features.

8. Understand the Market
Timing, pricing, and presentation all depend on what’s happening right now in your neighborhood. Local insight is everything.

9. Gather Your Paperwork
Start collecting documents like utility bills, warranties, repair receipts, and your mortgage balance — it’ll speed things up later.

10. Schedule a Consult With a Realtor
Partnering with a trusted agent (hey, that’s us 👋) means you won’t have to guess your way through any of this. We're here to guide you through each step of the process.

Prepping your home can feel like a lot — but you don’t have to do it alone! Download our FREE Seller Guide for easy-to-follow expert tips, and reach out to us at kbcollective@worthclark.com for additional guidance.