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Is Your Home Ready to List?

Check off each item as you go. We'll score your readiness and show you exactly what to tackle before going live.

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Documents & Disclosures

Florida requires specific disclosures — have these ready

Florida Seller's Disclosure completedRequired. Discloses known defects and property history.

Survey on hand (if available)Buyers and title companies often request this.

HOA documents gathered (if applicable)Rules, fees, financials, and any pending assessments.

Recent utility bills savedBuyers want to know monthly costs — especially AC.

Permits pulled for additions/improvementsUnpermitted work can kill a deal at closing.

Appliance warranties / manuals collectedSmall touch that signals a well-maintained home.

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Curb Appeal & Photography

97% of buyers start online — your photos ARE your first showing

Lawn mowed, edged, and weededFirst impressions happen before buyers walk in the door.

Driveway and walkway pressure washedClean concrete makes a home look newer instantly.

Front door cleaned or freshly paintedThe focal point of every exterior photo.

Landscaping trimmed and mulch refreshedFresh mulch costs ~$50 and looks like a $5,000 improvement.

Interior decluttered and depersonalizedRemove personal photos, excess furniture, and countertop clutter.

Deep clean completed (inside and out)Spotless homes photograph better and show better.

Professional photos scheduled or takenListings with pro photos get 3x more views. Worth every penny.

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Repairs & Condition

Address red flags before buyers — and inspectors — find them

HVAC serviced within the last 12 monthsFlorida buyers pay close attention to AC condition and age.

Roof in acceptable condition (no active leaks)Roof issues are the #1 deal killer in Florida. Know your roof age.

No visible water damage, stains, or moldInspect ceilings, under sinks, and around windows.

All doors, windows, and locks functioningInspectors check every single one.

Plumbing — no drips, leaks, or slow drainsMinor fixes now prevent big credits at closing.

All outlets, switches, and fixtures workingBurned-out bulbs and dead outlets are easy fixes that matter.

Interior touch-up painting doneScuffs, nicks, and dated colors are cheap to fix and high-impact.

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Pricing & Market Strategy

The right price gets you offers fast — the wrong one costs months

Comparable sales (comps) researchedCheck Zillow or Redfin for homes similar to yours that sold in the last 3–6 months.

Active competition reviewedKnow what buyers are comparing your home to right now.

Days on market checked for your zip codeKnowing your local market pace helps you plan your timeline. Use our DOM Calculator →

Target price range decidedPrice within 2–3% of market value to attract buyers in week one.

Buyer's agent commission decidedIn Florida you choose whether to offer one — typically 2–3% attracts more showings.

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Go-Live Preparation

The last items to check before your listing goes live

Lockbox arranged for showingsEnables agents to show without you present — critical for flexibility.

Showing schedule confirmedBe as flexible as possible — more showings = more offers.

MLS listing service selectedYou need a licensed broker to list on the MLS. Peak Trust Realty — $118 flat fee →

Property description writtenCompelling copy helps buyers fall in love before they walk in.

You're reachable for calls and textsLeads go directly to you — missed calls = missed offers.