Listing Prep Checklist
Get your home ready to sell. This checklist covers everything from staging to documentation — customized for Mesa, AZ metro sellers.
Staging & Curb Appeal
- Declutter all rooms — remove personal photos and excess furniture
- Deep clean entire home including windows, carpets, and grout
- Touch up interior paint — neutral colors sell faster
- Pressure wash driveway, walkways, and patio
- Trim landscaping and add fresh mulch or gravel (desert-friendly)
- Replace burned-out light bulbs and update dated fixtures
Repairs & Maintenance
- Fix leaky faucets, running toilets, and dripping showerheads
- Repair or replace damaged window screens
- Check HVAC — replace filters, schedule service if needed
- Test all smoke and CO detectors
- Fix any cracked tiles, loose doorknobs, or sticky doors
- Address any known roof issues (Arizona sun is hard on roofs)
Photography & Marketing
- Schedule professional photography (MesaHomes can recommend photographers)
- Consider virtual staging for vacant properties
- Write or generate listing description (use our AI Listing Generator)
- Gather HOA documents if applicable
- Note recent upgrades and improvements for the listing
Documentation
- Locate your property deed and title insurance policy
- Gather recent utility bills (buyers often ask)
- Prepare Seller Property Disclosure Statement (SPDS)
- Collect warranty information for appliances and systems
- Note any known material defects (required by Arizona law)
Ready to list?
Start your flat-fee MLS listing for $999 + $499 broker fee.