Home Selling Checklist

There are many activities involved before, during, and after selling a home. Below is a list of some of the key activities.

Before Opening Escrow

• Meet with your real estate advisor to review sales comparables information, determine listing price, review seller’s net sheet, discuss your time frame, and develop a home selling plan.
• Review the Essential Home Selling information, including Home Selling Process Diagram, Home Selling Tips, Frequently Asked Questions, Home Seller’s Handbook, Home Selling Costs,
• Prepare your home for the market by decluttering, making repairs, and cleaning the home.
• Review and respond to purchase offers.

During Escrow

• Complete property disclosures.
• Order the Natural Hazards Report.
• Order the Termite Inspection.
• Order the Preliminary Title Report.
• Review and sign the Escrow Instructions documents and return them to the escrow company.
• Review and respond to the buyer’s Request for Repair.
• Make any agreed-upon repairs.
• Review the Estimated Settlement Statement for accuracy.
• Sign the Grant Deed with a notary public.
• Begin packing and planning your move. Schedule a moving truck or company if needed.

After Close of Escrow

• Call the utility companies and cancel the utilities at home.
• Complete a change-of-address with the United States Post Office.