After Listing Agreement / Entering Property in MLS Database / Marketing the Listing / The Offer and Contract / Tracking the Loan Process / Home Inspections and Appraisals / Closing Preparations and Duties / Follow Up After Closing
Once Property is Under Listing Agreement
Measure room sizes and confirm square footage with seller
Confirm lot size from county records
Obtain copy of survey if available. Note any agreements and/or easements pertaining to the property.
Obtain house plans if available from seller
Prepare showing instructions for buyers’ agents and agree on showing time window with seller
Obtain current mortgage loan(s) information
Review current appraisal if available
Order copy of Homeowner Association bylaws, if applicable
Ascertain need for lead-based paint disclosure
Prepare detailed list of property amenities and assess market impact
Compile list of completed repairs and maintenance items
Explain benefits of Home Owner Warranty to seller
Assist sellers with completion and submission of Home Owner Warranty Application
When received, place Home Owner Warranty in property file for conveyance at time of sale
Have sellers make an extra key for lockbox if needed
Arrange for installation of yard sign
“New Listing Checklist” Completed
Review results of Curb Appeal Assessment with seller and provide suggestions to improve saleability
Review benefits of interior home staging and suggest changes to shorten time on market
Load listing into transaction management software program
