🏡 6–12 Month Home Seller Preparation Checklist

Thinking About Selling Your Home in the Next 6–12 Months?

The best home sales don't happen by accident—they happen through preparation. Use this timeline to maximize your home's value, reduce stress, and position yourself for a successful sale.

Questions along the way? Contact:

📞 Tiana My Realtor – 202-643-3425
📧 TianaMyRealtor@gmail.com

📅 12 Months Before Listing

✅ Schedule a Home Value Consultation

Understanding your home's current market value helps you make informed decisions about repairs, upgrades, and timing.

Contact Tiana My Realtor for a complimentary home valuation and customized selling strategy.

📞 202-643-3425
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✅ Review Your Financial Goals

• Determine how much equity you have

• Estimate moving costs

• Discuss your next housing plans

• Review mortgage payoff information

✅ Start a Home Improvement List

Walk through your home and make note of:

• Cosmetic repairs

• Deferred maintenance

• Aging systems

• Areas needing paint or updates

📅 9–11 Months Before Listing

✅ Begin Decluttering

Focus on one room at a time:

• Closets

• Garage

• Basement

• Attic

• Storage rooms

✅ Donate, Sell, or Discard Unneeded Items

The less you move, the easier the process will be.

✅ Organize Important Documents

Gather:

• Utility bills

• Appliance manuals

• Warranty information

• Survey documents

• HOA information (if applicable)

📅 6–8 Months Before Listing

✅ Schedule a Pre-Listing Consultation

Meet with Tiana My Realtor to create a personalized repair and preparation plan.

Together we can determine:

• Which repairs add value

• Which projects should be skipped

• Expected return on investment

• Ideal listing timeline

📞 202-643-3425
📧 TianaMyRealtor@gmail.com

✅ Obtain Contractor Estimates

Hire licensed professionals for:

• Painting

• Flooring

• Roofing

• Plumbing repairs

• Electrical repairs

• Landscaping

✅ Create a Repair Budget

Prioritize:

1. Safety issues

2. Deferred maintenance

3. Cosmetic improvements

📅 4–6 Months Before Listing

✅ Complete Major Repairs

Examples:

• Roof repairs

• HVAC servicing

• Water damage repairs

• Drywall repairs

• Exterior repairs

✅ Fresh Paint Where Needed

Neutral colors appeal to the largest pool of buyers.

Popular choices:

• Soft White

• Light Greige

• Warm Gray

• Beige Tones

✅ Improve Curb Appeal

• Refresh mulch

• Trim shrubs

• Edge flower beds

• Power wash walkways

• Repair fencing

📅 3–4 Months Before Listing

✅ Hire a Professional Organizer

A professional organizer can help:

• Streamline belongings

• Organize closets

• Create storage solutions

• Prepare for packing

Need referrals? Contact Tiana My Realtor for trusted local resources.

📞 202-643-3425

✅ Begin Packing Non-Essentials

Pack:

• Seasonal décor

• Extra furniture

• Memorabilia

• Family photos

• Unused household items

✅ Rent Storage if Necessary

Buyers love spacious homes.

📅 2–3 Months Before Listing

✅ Schedule a Home Inspection

A pre-listing inspection can identify:

• Safety concerns

• Maintenance issues

• Potential buyer objections

✅ Complete Recommended Repairs

✅ Deep Clean Exterior Spaces

• Decks

• Patios

• Driveways

• Gutters

• Siding

✅ Service Mechanical Systems

• HVAC

• Fireplace

• Water heater

📅 30–60 Days Before Listing

✅ Schedule a Professional Cleaning Company

Focus on:

• Baseboards

• Windows

• Ceiling fans

• Appliances

• Bathrooms

• Kitchens

✅ Touch-Up Paint

Repair:

• Nail holes

• Scuff marks

• Trim damage

✅ Freshen Landscaping

• New mulch

• Seasonal flowers

• Lawn treatment

✅ Final Decluttering Pass

Remove:

• Excess furniture

• Personal items

• Countertop clutter

📅 2–4 Weeks Before Listing

✅ Professional Staging Consultation

A staged home often:

• Sells faster

• Receives more showings

• Generates stronger offers

✅ Professional Photography

Schedule:

• Photography

• Drone photos

• Twilight photos

• Video walkthroughs

✅ Final Home Walkthrough

Review:

• Lighting

• Odors

• Cleanliness

• Curb appeal

• Staging

📅 Listing Week

✅ Activate Marketing Plan

• MLS Listing

• Social Media Marketing

• Email Campaigns

• Open Houses

• Broker Tours

• Online Advertising

✅ Prepare for Showings

Keep:

• Beds made

• Counters clear

• Lights on

• Home clean

🎯 Before You Sell, Let's Create a Plan

Every home is different. Before spending money on repairs or upgrades, let's discuss which improvements will help maximize your return and which projects can be skipped.

Contact Tiana My Realtor Today

📞 202-643-3425
📧 TianaMyRealtor@gmail.com

✔ Complimentary Home Valuation
✔ Seller Preparation Checklist
✔ Contractor Referrals
✔ Professional Organizer Referrals
✔ Staging Recommendations
✔ Customized Marketing Plan