LISTING Prep Plan Prep Plan
With The Leblanc & Associates Team With The Leblanc & Associates Team
This is not intended to solicit anyone currently under contract.
7Steps 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 Declutter & Organize
Fresh Neutral Paint 3.
Before Before After 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 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
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 Checklist
WholeHome
Dustallsurfaces(including baseboards,lightfixtures, fans,vents)
Cleanwindowsinsideand out(includingsillsand tracks)
Wipedownwalls,light switches,anddoors
Vacuumandmopallfloors (carpet,tile,hardwood)
Removecobwebsfrom ceilingsandcorners
Cleanallmirrorsand reflectivesurfaces
Eliminateodors(ventilate, openwindows)
Declutteranddepersonalize (removepersonalphotos, excessitems)
LivingRoom
Dustelectronics,shelves, andfurniture
Cleanupholsteryand vacuumundercushions
Tidycordsandhidewires
Washwindowsandclean blinds/curtains
Kitchen
Deepcleancountertopsand backsplashes
Wipedowncabinetdoors (insideandout)
Cleanandorganizepantry anddrawers
Scrubsinkandpolishfaucet
Cleanappliances(stovetop, oven,microwave,fridge–insideandout)
Emptyandclean trash/recyclingbins
Degreaserangehoodand filters
Mopfloorsandcleangrout ifneeded
Bedrooms
Makebedswithfreshlinens
Dustfurniture,lightfixtures, andceilingfans
Organizeclosets(declutter, donateexcessclothing)
Vacuumcarpets/rugs thoroughly
Removepersonal items/photos
Bathrooms
Scrubanddisinfecttoilets, tubs,showers,andsinks
Cleanandpolishmirrors andfaucets
Wipedownallcountersand cabinetry
Organizeorremoveitems fromdrawersandmedicine cabinets
Washorreplaceshower curtains/liners
Cleangroutandremoveany mold/mildeworupdate caulking
Emptytrashandcleanbins
Replaceusedtowelswith fresh,neatlyfoldedones
Garage/Basement
Sweepandcleanfloors
Removeclutterand donate/storeunuseditems
Organizetoolsandstorage bins
Wipedownsurfacesand checkforcobwebs
Ensureproperlightingand minimaldust
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. Light!
Let There Be
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!
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.
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Staging Staging.
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!
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 Checklist
RequiredItems
Copyofmostrecenttaxbill-Call311ifyoucannotlocateandtheywillemailyouacopy
Locationcertificate(pleaseconfirmifoneisnotavailable)
Summaryof24monthsofpowerusage-callNSPowerat1-800-428-6230or902-428-6230
Askforthe24-monthExcelSpreadsheettobeemailedtoyou.
Summaryof24monthsofheatingcosts(oil,propane,naturalgas,wood)
Listofupgrades/repairsalongwithyeartheworkwascompleted
Frontdoorkeyandgarage/shedkeyifapplicable
IfApplicable
Copyofanyleasedequipment’srentalagreement(pleaseconfirmiftherearenone)
Copyofanyapplicablepermits(pool,deck,garage)
Alarmcode
Copyofanyapplicablewarranties(roof,windows,home,etc)
AnySummerphotosofyardandgarden(nopeopleinphotosplease)
CopyofPowerofAttorney(POA)
Well&Septic(ifapplicable)
Wellcertificate
Septicinstallationcertificate
Anyreceiptsorrepairsorupgradesdonetothe well&septic
Mostrecentwatertestresults
Receiptfrommostrecentsepticpumping
Sharedwellagreement(ifapplicable)
Condos(ifapplicable)
By-laws Declaration FinancialStatement
ReserveFundStudy
CommonElementRules&Regulations
Allminutesfromthelast12monthsandmost recentAnnualGeneralMeeting(AGM) Condofeesamountandwhatisincludedinthe condofees
Recentrepairscompletedinthebuilding
