Step-by-Step Home Seller’s Checklist
Home Sellers Checklist: Get Listed Today and Let’s Sell That Home!
We’re here to make your home sale journey quick, smooth, and successful. With the power of the Multiple
Listing Service (MLS) at our fingertips, let’s seize the opportunity and get your home listed tod
ay. By leveraging the visibility of the MLS, we’ll showcase your property to a wide audience of potential buyers, maximizing your chances of a fast and profitable sale. Let’s embark on this exciting adventure together and turn your real estate dreams into reality!
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📋 Table of Contents
1. Pre-Listing Preparation
Success starts before you even put the sign in the yard. Schedule a full home inspection to fix any red flags before buyers find them. Boost curb appeal with fresh landscaping, painting your front door, and decluttering. Staging is the secret weapon—making rooms feel open, light, and move-in ready.
2. Setting the Right Price
Pricing your home correctly is part art, part science. Look at similar homes recently sold, current competition, and market trends. Avoid the “let’s just try higher” trap—today’s buyers are savvy and won’t overpay. Starting at the right price often nets a better outcome than multiple reductions later.
3. Strategic Marketing
Great marketing sells homes faster. That means professional photography, engaging property descriptions, video tours, and broad exposure across MLS, Zillow, Realtor.com, Facebook, Instagram, and more. Highlight what makes your home special: the gourmet kitchen, the big backyard, or the charming front porch.
4. Navigating Offers and Negotiations
Receiving an offer is exciting—but not all offers are created equal. We’ll help you analyze each one: price, closing timeline, contingencies, financing type, and more. Strong negotiation skills protect your interests while keeping deals on track. It’s not just about the highest price—it’s about the best terms.
5. Legal and Contractual Considerations
Real estate contracts are legally binding and full of important details. We guide you through all disclosures, contingencies, escrow timelines, and legal compliance. Protecting you from surprises (or lawsuits) later is part of our job from day one.
6. Preparing for Home Inspections
Home inspections can make or break a deal. We advise you on how to prep: clean and tidy everything, fix minor repairs in advance, and be ready to negotiate in good faith if needed. Transparency builds trust—and smooths the road to closing day.
7. Finalizing the Deal
The finish line is in sight! Now it’s all about hitting deadlines: appraisal, loan approval, title work, final walkthrough. We stay on top of every detail, coordinating with lenders, attorneys, and agents to keep your sale moving toward a successful, stress-free closing.
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8. As a Home Seller, You Have Choices
What Are Seller Concessions and Why Offer Them?
Sometimes sweetening the deal—covering closing costs or offering a credit for updates—makes your home more attractive. Smart concessions can actually put more money in your pocket by getting better offers faster.
Examples of Seller Concessions
- Helping cover a buyer’s inspection repairs
- Contributing to closing costs or prepaid taxes
- Providing an appliance allowance or decor credit
How Concessions Work
Concessions are negotiated as part of the purchase agreement. We advise you on what’s strategic—and what’s not—based on your home’s price point and buyer demand.
Limits and Smart Strategies
There are limits on total concessions depending on loan type (FHA, VA, Conventional). We help you structure offers creatively so you can maximize appeal without giving too much away.
Choosing the Best Path
Every seller’s situation is unique. We’ll help you weigh options, explain pros and cons, and stay laser-focused on protecting your bottom line.
Conclusion: Home Sellers Checklist
Following this checklist with Modern Market REALTORS® means you’re moving forward with clarity, confidence, and expert guidance. Let’s list that home—and make your goals reality!
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“Excellent people to work with! Jim made us feel very comfortable and talked us through everything. Very friendly and easy to work with. If you’re looking for a new home, Jim and Shannon are definitely the people you want to help you.” https://maps.app.goo.gl/7fVG1vhnSykEDf5j7
— Marcie Burlile., Fargo, ND
Written by Jim Christl and Shannon Barnum of Modern Market REALTORS®
For more tips, check out our resources on Mastering Smart Pricing for Home Sales Success and How to List Your Home for Sale.
🏡 Real Estate Services We Offer
At Modern Market REALTORS®, we offer full-service real estate solutions designed to meet you wherever you are in your home journey:
- Buying Services: Whether you’re a first-time buyer or upgrading to your dream home, we guide you through every step with expert advice and smart strategies.
- Selling Services: Get the most value for your property with strategic pricing, professional marketing, and skilled negotiation.
- Relocation Services: Moving to or from Fargo, Moorhead, West Fargo, or Horace? Let our team make your transition seamless and stress-free.
- Luxury Home Services: For buyers and sellers of luxury properties, we offer white-glove service, customized marketing, and discreet representation.
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At the end of the day, it’s not just about selling a house—it’s about finding the right place to start your next chapter. Whether you’re relocating across town or across the country, Modern Market REALTORS® is here to help you navigate every step with confidence, heart, and humor.
Because you deserve more than just a closing day. You deserve to live where you love.
