4. What information do I need to list my property online?

  1. Legal Description
    The deed, deed of trust, mortgage, or the settlement statement you received when you purchased the property are good sources for the Legal Description.  The Legal Description is not mandatory to list your property.
     

  2. Room Dimensions and Flooring Types
    Measure each room in the property. Bathrooms, closets, and hallways do not need to be measured.  Round down to the nearest foot. Note the flooring type in each room. (Family Room 14x17 Carpet)
     

  3. Recent Upgrades
    Note any recent upgraded to the property.  (Roof only 4 years old, new ceramic tile in bathrooms, upgrade furnace etc.)
     

  4. Floor Plans
    Accurate floor plans.
     

  5. Survey
    Survey showing house location, fence lines, and other improvements on the lot.
     

  6. Twelve Month History of Utilities. (Electric, Gas, and/or Oil)
    List of the previous twelve months of utilities charges. (Water charges are not necessary)

Forms Required Prior to Entering into a Contract with a Buyer

  1. Lead Based Paint Reports  (Broker will provide the Lead Based Paint Forms to be completed by the Seller.)
    Applies to home built prior to 1978. If your home was completed before 1978 you must complete a Lead Based Paint Disclosure Form. The Lead Based Paint Disclosure Form must be presented to the Buyer prior to ratifying a Sales Agreement.
     

  2. Disclaim or Disclose the Property Condition  (Broker will provide the Property Disclaimer Form or the Property Disclosure Form to be completed by the Seller.)
    Virginia Law requires that a written residential property condition Disclosure Statement or a written residential property Disclaimer Statement must be delivered to the prospective buyer or buyer’s representative on or before entering into a contract of sale. 
    Property Seller Disclosure - A statement by the Seller stating the condition of the property.  A Disclaimer or Disclosure statement is required.
    Property Seller Disclaimer - A statement by the Seller stating the property is being sold as-is.  A Disclaimer or Disclosure statement is required.