Listing Prep Plan

LISTING

Prep Plan

With The Leblanc & Associates Team

This is not intended to solicit anyone currently under contract.

7

Steps

to prepare your property for selling!

For the last 18+ years, we have helped hundreds of clients sell their properties and sell quickly! As the better part of our clientele are relocations, we know that sometimes time is of the essence. So we have perfected our craft and carefully designed a listing plan to maximize results. The following is a list of 7 things you can start today in preparation for selling. You can never start this too early and we will be there to help you every step of the way!

START WITH CURB APPEAL A positive first impression is the best place to start!

Potential buyers will make decisions about whether or not the property is right for them based on your marketing & listing photos, drive-bys, entryways and throughout the home as they envision themselves living in the space. Below are some easy ways to start ensuring you make the best first impression!

Tidy your garden beds, mow the lawn & remove any debris or garbage.

Freshen up your front entrance!

Paint the door, update the lighting, or add some decor.

Powerwash! It makes a world of difference. We know some great professionals if you don't want to DIY.

Buyers need to envision how your spaces can work for their needs & lifestyle. When the space already looks "lived in" it's harder for them to do so. I'm not saying to go crazy here, more than likely you still have to live in these spaces! However, take a look around each room and reset the space - like guests are coming!

Mélanie Leblanc

2. Declutter & Organize

3.

Fresh Neutral Paint

Before

After Not every home or every space in your home is going to need a fresh coat of paint! However, if you haven't painted your walls, trim or ceilings in years - it's time to freshen things up!

Steve Arsenault

The Best Paint Colours For

Home Staging

If you need help choosing which colours would work best to brighten up your space, contact our team! We are here to help & we have a great list of professionals we can refer you to if you don't want to do the painting yourself.

Grey Owl Benjamin Moore

Etiquette Benjamin Moore

Natral Linen Sherwin Williams

Ballet White Benjamin Moore

Blank Canvas Behr

Even Better Beige Behr

4.

Clean, Clean, Clean!

Clean like you are getting paid to do it!

A clean and organized space gives the impression that the home is well-maintained and it sets the stage to shine in our professional photography.

Remember what we said about first impressions?!

Kim Dempsey

Scrub the Bathroom Clean the Appliances

Shampoo Carpets & Rugs Vacuum & Mop Floors

Make those Windows Sparkle!

Cleaning

Checklist Whole Home

Kitchen

Bathrooms

Dust all surfaces (including

Deep clean countertops and

Scrub and disinfect toilets,

baseboards, light fixtures,

backsplashes

tubs, showers, and sinks

fans, vents)

Wipe down cabinet doors

Clean and polish mirrors

Clean windows inside and

(inside and out)

and faucets

out (including sills and

Clean and organize pantry

Wipe down all counters and

tracks)

and drawers

cabinetry

Wipe down walls, light

Scrub sink and polish faucet

Organize or remove items

switches, and doors

Clean appliances (stovetop,

from drawers and medicine

Vacuum and mop all floors

oven, microwave, fridge –

cabinets

(carpet, tile, hardwood)

inside and out)

Wash or replace shower

Remove cobwebs from

Empty and clean

curtains/liners

ceilings and corners

trash/recycling bins

Clean grout and remove any

Clean all mirrors and

Degrease range hood and

mold/mildew or update

reflective surfaces

filters

caulking

Eliminate odors (ventilate,

Mop floors and clean grout

Empty trash and clean bins

open windows)

if needed

Replace used towels with

Declutter and depersonalize (remove personal photos, excess items)

fresh, neatly folded ones

Bedrooms Make beds with fresh linens

Garage/Basement

Living Room

Dust furniture, light fixtures,

Sweep and clean floors

and ceiling fans

Remove clutter and

Dust electronics, shelves,

Organize closets (declutter,

donate/store unused items

and furniture

donate excess clothing)

Organize tools and storage

Clean upholstery and

Vacuum carpets/rugs

bins

vacuum under cushions

thoroughly

Wipe down surfaces and

Tidy cords and hide wires

Remove personal

check for cobwebs

Wash windows and clean

items/photos

Ensure proper lighting and

blinds/curtains

minimal dust

Lighting makes a huge difference in how your home feels. Open up the blinds, clean the windows, and replace any burnt-out or dim bulbs with bright, warm light. Natural and well-lit spaces feel more inviting and can make rooms appear larger and more cheerful in both showings and photos.

Tasia Williams

5.

Let There Be

Light!

Clean windows, blinds and window coverings. Open them up before photos & showings.

Remove dark and dated window coverings. You can find inexpensive white curtains at Ikea!

Natural sunlight bounces off of light-coloured walls making rooms appear larger.

Replace yellow-toned bulbs with a bright white & ensure all bulbs are working!

Are there any broken or dated fixtures that could be replaced or updated?

Dust & clean your light fixtures!

SIX

Small updates that can make a BIG difference!

Before

After Not sure if a small renovation or update could add value to your property? Contact us! We can evaluate each space to determine if you would benefit from a small renovation or upgrade that may add additional value. It could be as simple as new countertops or fresh caulking in a shower that completely changes the space.

Photos from andiemitchell.com

Our team offers a complimentary staging consultation for our sellers to determine if staging is right for you & how you can better utilize what you already have!

7.Staging Did you know?

Research shows that a well staged home spends 83% less time on the market.

Having your listing documents ready before your home goes on the market is vital—it helps support marketing efforts, and ensures we have the answers to any questions from agents and potential buyers.

Listing Document

Checklist Required Items

Copy of most recent tax bill - Call 311 if you cannot locate and they will email you a copy Location certificate (please confirm if one is not available) Summary of 24 months of power usage - call NS Power at 1-800-428-6230 or 902-428-6230.

Ask for the 24-month Excel Spreadsheet to be emailed to you.

Summary of 24 months of heating costs (oil, propane, natural gas, wood) List of upgrades/repairs along with year the work was completed Front door key and garage/shed key if applicable

If Applicable Copy of any leased equipment’s rental agreement (please confirm if there are none) Copy of any applicable permits (pool, deck, garage) Alarm code Copy of any applicable warranties (roof, windows, home, etc.)

Any Summer photos of yard and garden (no people in photos please) Copy of Power of Attorney (POA)

Well & Septic (if applicable) Well certificate Septic installation certificate Any receipts or repairs or upgrades done to the well & septic Most recent water test results Receipt from most recent septic pumping Shared well agreement (if applicable)

Condos (if applicable) By-laws Declaration Financial Statement Reserve Fund Study Common Element Rules & Regulations All minutes from the last 12 months and most recent Annual General Meeting (AGM) Condo fees amount and what is included in the condo fees Recent repairs completed in the building

PROVEN STRATEGY PROVEN RESULTS

Call for your custom plan!

Leblanc & Associates

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