🏡 Preparing a Property for Sale Under Power of Attorney

We Love Kits
We Love Kits
Published on June 4, 2025

Real Estate Checklist
For Vancouver, BC Homes – By (Regan Pyke | WeLoveKits.ca)


Step 1: Declutter & Depersonalize

  • Remove personal items (photos, keepsakes, paperwork)
  • Pack or donate unused furniture and decor
  • Rent a storage locker for valuables or sentimental items
  • Hire a professional organizer or estate clean-out service if needed

Suggested Help:

  • Home Reworks | Organized at Last

Step 2: Deep Clean the Property

  • Clean all surfaces, windows, walls, and baseboards
  • Sanitize kitchen and bathrooms thoroughly
  • Clean inside appliances and cabinets
  • Wash blinds and light fixtures

Suggested Help:

  • AspenClean Vancouver (eco-friendly deep cleaning)

Step 3: Paint for a Fresh, Modern Look

  • Choose neutral, light colours (e.g., greys, whites, beige)
  • Repaint high-traffic areas, scuffed walls, and dated rooms
  • Use a semi-gloss or eggshell finish for durability

Suggested Colours:

  • Benjamin Moore “Chantilly Lace” or “Classic Grey”
  • Sherwin-Williams “Alabaster” or “Agreeable Gray”

Step 4: Update Fixtures & Hardware

  • Replace outdated cabinet handles and drawer pulls
  • Swap old light fixtures for modern ones
  • Update faucets in kitchens and bathrooms
  • Change door handles and closet knobs

Tip: Stick with brushed nickel, matte black, or polished chrome finishes


Step 5: Complete Minor Repairs

  • Fix leaky faucets, squeaky doors, or loose handles
  • Replace cracked tiles or worn-out caulking
  • Repair any obvious drywall damage or nail holes
  • Touch up exterior trim or paint if needed

Optional Help:

  • Hire a handyman or pre-listing home inspector for peace of mind

Step 6: Boost Curb Appeal

  • Mow lawn and trim hedges
  • Weed flower beds and add fresh mulch
  • Pressure wash driveway, steps, and siding
  • Add a new welcome mat and potted plants
  • Clean and update exterior lighting and house numbers

Need help?

  • Hire a landscape maintenance team or yard clean-up service

Step 7: Consider Staging

  • Remove or replace dated furniture
  • Add art, cushions, and simple decor for warmth
  • Rearrange rooms for better flow
  • Hire a professional stager if the home is vacant or awkwardly laid out

Local Stagers:

  • Dekora Staging & Design
  • Flow Home Staging
  • Urban Presentations

Step 8: Professional Photography & Marketing

  • Book professional real estate photography
  • Create floor plans and a virtual tour
  • Schedule drone footage for detached homes or homes with views
  • Discuss marketing plan with your REALTOR® (that’s me!)

Trusted Professionals You Might Need

  • Organizers / Decluttering Specialists
  • Deep Cleaners
  • Painters
  • Handymen
  • Landscapers
  • Stagers
  • Photographer / Videographer
  • Real Estate Agent (Hi! 👋)

✔️ Bonus Tip: Pre-Inspection (Optional but Helpful)

  • Consider hiring a home inspector before listing
  • Helps uncover surprises and speeds up the negotiation process
  • Can be used to your advantage in marketing

🏁 You’re Ready to List!

Once all boxes are checked, your property is prepped to hit the market looking clean, modern, and desirable — ready to attract serious buyers and top offers.


💬 Need Help Coordinating the Process?

Let’s make it easy. I’ll connect you with trusted pros, help manage the timeline, and create a tailored strategy to sell for top dollar — with less stress for the family.

📞 Regan Pyke
📍 Macdonald Realty
🌐 www.welovekits.ca
📧 [email protected] | 📱 778-228-2448

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