The first impression of the visitors is crucial. Often, everything is played out as soon as they see the main entrance of the house. Make sure everything is clean and in good condition.
Aree’s real estate advice
Home-sale checklist
2. Do a few touch-ups
Retouching the paint, replacing damaged wallpaper or plugging visible cracks will give your home a new look.
3. Be thorough
These are the finest details that testify to the»general aspect of a property. Take the time to thoroughly check the operation of doors, drawers and windows.
4. Upgrade your basement and attic
The attic, basement and other storage areas should not be overlooked. Light everything up and feel free to apply a coat of paint if necessary.
5. Store cabinets
You win by putting order in the cabinets: potential buyers are looking for large and convenient storage spaces.
6. Use bathroom and kitchen
These parts greatly influence the buyer’s decision. Clean the taps, wash the towels, free the counters. Everything should shine
7. Light the house
During evening visits, leave all the exterior and interior lights on. The house will look warmer and more welcoming.
8. Eliminate distraction
Your broker and potential buyer should be able to talk calmly if you want to get the best possible results. Keep the volume down. Be welcoming, but don’t distract visitors. Let your broker lead the tour.
9. Keep animals away
Keep your pets away: some people fear them or are allergic to them; they may shorten their visit in their presence.
ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTS
For the sale of your property:
- Bill of Sale
- Deed the mortgage
- Certificate of Location
- School and Municipal Tax
- Discharge of mortgage
- Energy/heating costs
- Recent Work Invoice
- Home and Dependencies Keys
- Alarm System Code and Password and Monitoring Centre Phone Number
- Copy of lease or leases (if applicable)
For the sale of your condo:
- Copy of the Condominium Agreement
- Condominium Administrator Name
- Administrator Phone Number
- Financial statements for the past two years
- Minutes of the last two years
- Monthly condo fee amount
- Amount of additional contributions planned for the coming year
Moving checklist
3-6 months before moving
- Set the move date
- Start searching for a moving truck
- Sort your belongings and donate to loved ones or a charity
- Clean up important papers and documents and file them in your files [invoices, guarantees, etc.]
- Pick up your boxes [grocery stores, hardware stores, etc.
2-3 months before moving
- Contact friends to let them know when you are moving
- Tell your employer if your move should take place on a work day [the move may be a paid day]
- Notify Hydro Québec, your telephone, cable and Internet company to schedule the connection to your new address
- Start your search to negotiate a new home insurance policy
- Make the necessary address changes: it is advisable to have your mail forwarded by Canada Post for a period of 6 or 12 months
- Start preparing your boxes for out-of-season items and clothing.
1-2 weeks before moving
- Contact your friends to confirm their attendance
- Provide a box of necessary items during the move [hammer, screwdriver, screws, adhesive paper, pencil, paper, rope, strap, first aid kit, cleaning products. paper towels, rags, brooms. garbage bags. plastic plates and utensils. etc.]
- Try to empty your fridge and freezer as much as possible
- Provide for the care of your children and animals.
The day before moving
- Unplug your appliances [a cooler will be required for everything that is refrigerated]
- Provide snacks, water, coffee and soft drinks for people to help
- Finalize boxes for last minute items
- Remove furniture that needs to be removed to facilitate the move
- Confirm your moving truck booking
- Provide cash [tips to movers, purchases on “Yah” day, etc.]
Moving day!
- Plan each step of the day and share with everyone involved in the D-Day operation
- Ensure “fragile” boxes are placed in cars
- Ensure that the corridors are kept as clear as possible to facilitate movement. Also remove doors where useful to help move large furniture