The checklist for successfully selling your property

What should you consider before putting your property up for sale and how can you prepare effectively? Here is a checklist to make sure you haven’t forgotten anything.*

1. Practical considerations

• • Establish a sales schedule (from putting the property on the market to handing over the keys)
  • Prepare the property (renovations, home staging, cleaning, photography)
  • Have the property evaluated by a real estate expert
  • Organise visits

2. Administrative considerations

• • Gather the necessary documents (property title, energy passport, etc.)
  • Choose a real estate agent (exclusive or non-exclusive mandate)
  • Get information about the sales agreement (private deed or notarized act, suspensive and accessory clauses, etc.)

3. Financial considerations

• • Choose the best time to sell
  • Anticipate the cost of possible renovations
  • Set a realistic selling price
  • Consider how to manage the proceeds from the sale

4. Tax considerations

• • Anticipate the fiscal treatment of capital gains
  • Store documents related to the sale for tax declarations
  • Consult a tax advisor if necessary

5. Legal considerations

• • List sensitive points (pre-emption right, easements, neighborhood conflicts, etc.)
  • Consult a legal expert if necessary

6. Logistical considerations

• • List the furniture and equipment included in the sale
  • Prepare for moving
  • Consider renting a storage unit

7. Relational considerations

• • Maintain clear and transparent communication
  • Be open to negotiation
  • Allow yourself rest periods if necessary

Do you want to know more? Find out how Myriam and Michaël put this checklist into practice to prepare the sale of their house in Roeser.

* Content translated from French by the BIL GPT AI tool