Home value guide

The 30-day home-selling preparation plan

Focus effort on condition, clarity and presentation without over-improving.

10 minute guide · Reviewed September 2026
01

Address material defects

Start with the facts you can verify. Record the condition, timing and desired result before comparing solutions.

02

Simplify and clean

Ask each professional to explain the scope, assumptions, exclusions and evidence behind the recommendation.

03

Prepare records

Check identity, business information and category-specific credentials. Confirm who performs and supervises the work.

04

Review the launch plan

Keep estimates, photographs, approvals, changes, warranties and completion documents in the property record.