Home Trends from Ciaran O'Neill

Ciaran O’Neill

LEAVING YOUR HOME FOR THE NEXT OWNER An added stress for some home sellers is what to do to prepare their home for the new owners. First, anything that was stated in the purchase contract needs to be followed. And the home should be generally clean and in the same state it was when the buyer viewed it, but anything beyond that is up to the seller. Here are a few ideas if you want to go above and beyond. - a note pointing to where the community mailbox is - your neighbourhood favourites like walking trails, restaurants, exercise facilities, etc. - how to use the settings on the appliances (or provide the owner's manuals if you still have them) - information on any smart home-controlled devices that they may need to learn - labels on left over renovation supplies like paint, tile, trim, etc. - dates of when renovations were completed so they can get an idea of upcoming repairs - list of house "quirks" like the light switch to the right of the fireplace controls the plug-in in the corner of the living room Of course, these are just ideas and go above what is expected. However, you have probably loved your home and want the new owners to love it just as much so setting them off on the right foot can make you feel good. 780.445.8109 • ciaran.oneill@century21.ca