| 68 Points for a quick successful sale using 1-800 FSBO Ad Sitter Package Download FREE FSBO Checklist in a PDF format |
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| Item | Get your Paper Work in Order (activities). | Notes |
| 1 | Research ownership – title search (these are possible deal breakers Zoning, Mortgages, Claims of lien, Certificates of pending litigation, Judgments , Restrictive covenants , Statutory rights of way, Foreclosure orders, Easements , Crown forfeitures, Statutory building schemes , Leases , Tax sale notices , Caveats or Court orders). | |
| 2 | Confirm legal description required on disclosure statement and offer to purchase. | |
| 3 | Assessment & status – check online property tax for your area. | |
| 4 | Research all comparable currently listed properties. | |
| 5 | Research previous sales activity, present houses for sale in your area and the length of time they have been on the market. | |
| 6 | Build a comparative market assessment spreadsheet to assist in setting your selling price.Build a comparative market assessment spreadsheet to assist in setting your selling price. | See FSBO CMA explanation and spreadsheet example
included in 1-800 FSBO Ad Sitter Package |
| 7 | Make a list of appliances and fixtures that will be included in the sale. For example; frig, stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer, drapes, chandelier, security system, medical alert system, etc. | |
| 8 |
Set your published asking price - $______________ Note. Don’t forget about closing costs |
See FSBO Closing Costs explanation included in 1-800 FSBO Ad Sitter Package |
| Item | Marketing Materials. | Notes |
| 9 |
Prepare marketing information for: 1or 2 page information flier. Script for your 24/7 Ad Sitter. Eye catching headline & content for hard copy ad copy. Eye catching headline & content for soft copy (internet) ad copy. Eye catching pull tab flier (See sample FSBO pull tab flier). |
See FSBO flier & pull tab example See FSBO script example See FSBO hard ad copy examples See FSBO soft ad copy examples See FSBO news release See FSBO post card - all included in 1-800 FSBO Ad Sitter Package |
| 10 | Obtain a copy of the Property Disclosure Statement Residential for your province or state if applicable. Try an online search, real estate board/association, mortgage specialist or real estate agent. Fill it out and have available for review by prospective buyer. | |
| 11 | Obtain a copy of the Contract of Purchase and Sale for your province or state. Try an online search, real estate board/association, mortgage specialist, real estate agent, Staples or Office Depot. Make yourself familiar with this document but do not sign one until reviewed by your lawyer. | |
| Item | Other documents and information that may assist with your sale. | Notes |
| 12 | Copy of latest survey document. | |
| 13 | Copy of house plans with year built. | |
| 14 | Interior room sizes measurements. | |
| 15 | Exterior measurements of house and lot. | |
| 16 | Copies of any warranties still in place and transferable. | |
| 17 | Current loan/mortgage information if applicable. | |
| 18 | Loan/mortgage assumption requirements if applicable. | |
| 19 | Closest public and private schools. | |
| 20 | Closest shopping and public transit. | |
| 21 | Home owner association manager contacted if applicable. | |
| 22 | Homeowner association fee if applicable. | |
| 23 | Copy Of By-Laws, Financial Statements, Rules and Regulations if property is in a building scheme or fenced community. | |
| 24 | Home owner association services provided. | |
| 25 | Prepare a spreadsheet of the past years operating costs: hydro, gas, oil, wood, thermo, solar, water, maintenance, strata fees, taxes, insurance, etc. | See FSBO operating cost spreadsheet example included in 1-800 FSBO Ad Sitter Package |
| 26 | Sewer/septic system last time inspected. | |
| 27 | Heating system (electric, gas, oil, wood, thermo, solar) last time inspected. | |
| 28 | Propane tank lease term, rate and last inspected. | |
| 29 | Oil tank lease term, rate and last inspected. | |
| 30 | Lawn sprinkling system last service and inspection. | |
| 31 | Security system lease term, rate and last inspected. | |
| 32 | Roof, how old, type and remaining warranty. | |
| 33 | Swimming pool last service and inspection. | |
| 34 | If you have tenants all rents and deposits are verified. | |
| 35 | Copy of leases available. | |
| 36 | Set meeting with tenants, explain why your selling, when you expect to start marketing your house, create working relationship, set showing schedule, positive tenant relationship very important | |
| Item | Paper work complete, now make your house ready for the market. Exterior inspection and work required. | Notes |
| 37 | Roof does it need major, minor or no repair? | |
| 38 | Eve troughs clean inside and outside. | |
| 39 | Do the exterior walls need repairs, painting, touch-up or nothing? | |
| 40 | Landscaping front and back: clean and tidy up flower beds, trim trees, hedges, clean and paint fences if required, trim edges of lawn and keep cut and green during marketing period. | |
| 41 | Power wash driveway and walkways. | |
| 42 | Now stand on the curb and visually inspect your house. Does it have great curb appeal? | |
| Item | Interior inspection and work required. | Notes |
| 43 | De-clutter every room, closet, drawer and shelf. Have a garage sale, rent a storage locker or give to charity. You must remove the clutter. | |
| 44 | Inspect each wall, ceiling and closet. Repair and paint as required. | |
| 45 | Inspect all doors. Repair and paint as required, clean and oil squeaky hinges. | |
| 46 | Inspect toilets, sinks, bathtubs and showers for drips and stains. Clean and repair as required. | |
| 47 | Inspect all fans. Repair, clean and oil as required. | |
| 48 | Inspect all lights and lamps. Repair, clean and replace bulbs as required. | |
| 49 | Clean all appliances, stove, ovens, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, washer and dryer. | |
| 50 | Clean all windows, skylights inside and out. | |
| 51 | Clean window coverings as required. | |
| 52 | Second option: If you know of a home stager, spend a few dollars and have them review your house and listen to the suggestions. These few dollars may come back tenfold in your selling price. | |
| 53 | One last thing, take some digital pictures for the internet FSBO advertising opportunities. | |
| 54 | You are now ready to start the marketing process. | |
| Item | For Sale by Owner Marketing Plan. | Notes |
| 55 | Order your 1-800 For Sale by Owner Ad Sitter service. | Chick here to Order Now |
| 56 | Buy or make your For Sale by Owner lawn sign. Make it Bright and Attention Getting with only your 1-800 - 24hr Ad Sitter code. | See FSBO sign examples included in 1-800 FSBO Ad Sitter Package |
| 57 |
Make your 1or 2 page information brochure/flier.
Print 25 – 50 copies for your brochure box. |
See sample FSBO flier & pull tab included in 1-800 FSBO Ad Sitter Package |
| 58 | Make your eye catching pull tab flier and print a dozen copies. Make a list of the bulletin boards to post them on. Don’t forget the health club, yoga studio, sports club, etc that you belong to. | See sample FSBO flier & pull tab included in 1-800 FSBO Ad Sitter Package |
| 59 | Write your script for the 24/7 Ad Sitter service. Call 1-800-817-2801 and record your marketing message, or upload it from your computer or use the text to speak tool and upload it. Call 1-800-874-5451 FSBO Hotline and enter your assigned code. Test by pressing 6 and leave a voice mail message. Test by pressing 0 to make sure the call forward is the right local phone number. Then check your email for the email notice of your call. | See FSBO script example and loading instructions included in 1-800 FSBO Ad Sitter Package |
| 60 | Write an eye catching headline & content for your hard copy ad copy. Select the newspapers, magazines, or newsletters you wish to use, call for rates and cut off deadlines. | See FSBO Hard copy list of advertising opportunities See FSBO news release |
| 61 | Write an eye catching headline & content for your soft copy (internet) ad copy. There are many places to advertise your house free on the internet. | See FSBO Soft copy list of advertising opportunities included in 1-800 FSBO Ad Sitter Package |
| Item | For Sale By Owner Marketing Launch Day | Notes |
| 62 | Strategically place your For Sale by Owner lawn sign with brochure box. | |
| 63 | Drive or walk around to your list of bulletin boards, ask permission to post your pull tab flier on their bulletin boards. Ask them to call 1-800-874-5451 FSBO Hotline and enter your assigned code for their feedback on your marketing message. | |
| 64 | Sit down at your computer and list your house with the FSBO advertising opportunities from our list. | See FSBO Soft copy list of advertising opportunities |
| 65 | Tell your online social networks that you have offered your house for sale. | |
| 66 | Monitor your email for notice of callers. If you have a text activated cell phone, blackberry, ipad, etc. set up your 1-800 ad sitter account to send you a text message on each caller. | |
| 67 | In week 2 if no activity consider placing hard copy ad copy in the local media that you have selected. | See FSBO Hard copy list of advertising opportunities See FSBO news release |
| 68 | Week 3 try having an open house. | See FSBO Open House report |
| Ref. | What is lead generation?
5 Essentials of lead generation? How can I profit from my excess leads? |
See FSBO lead generation included in 1-800 FSBO Ad Sitter Package |
| FREE FSBO Checklist download in a PDF format. (Click here) | ||
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