1. Proceeds

Closing costs, fees and concessions are deducted at closing. Preparation and holding costs are deducted separately to estimate the overall net. Holding uses a 30-day month. Include non-principal carrying costs once; use payoffs for the expected closing date. Income/capital-gains taxes and escrow refunds are not calculated. Zero means no allowance entered. These figures are not a closing statement or property valuation.

2. Offer comparison

Offers use the same payoff, brokerage fee rule, other closing costs, preparation budget and monthly holding assumption. Each offer has its own price, concessions, additional repair credit and timing. Do not count the same concession twice. Proceeds alone do not determine which offer to accept.

Offer A

Offer B

3. Preparation & document pack

0 of 26 items marked complete. Suggested sequence; timing depends on the property and transaction. A checked item records your progress, not professional verification.

Days 1–7 · Understand the property

• [To do] Record the current layout and use
  Note single, double, converted double or camelback; compare the visible layout with available property records.
• [To do] Start a folder for property records
  Gather the deed, survey, permit numbers, plans, invoices and any earlier inspection reports.
• [To do] Request payoff and selling-cost estimates
  Ask your servicer for a payoff figure for the expected closing date and your closing professional for a seller estimate.
• [To do] Review relevant sales and current competition
  Compare location, present use, layout, size, condition and renovation evidence with Ryan.

Days 8–14 · Decide what to address

• [To do] Identify condition questions early
  Review roof, drainage, piers, crawlspace, wood condition and systems; arrange specialist advice where needed.
• [To do] Choose a practical preparation scope
  Get written estimates. Separate essential work from cosmetic choices; compare the cost and time with selling as-is.
• [To do] Check approvals before exterior work
  Verify the address and proposed work with the appropriate City office before starting.
• [To do] Collect roof, flood and insurance evidence
  Gather dates, warranties, existing elevation documents and policy information for property-specific questions.

Days 15–21 · Prepare the presentation

• [To do] Review applicable disclosures with your agent
  Use current official forms and disclose known information. Keep supporting records together.
• [To do] Make the room sequence easy to understand
  Declutter routes through the house, show door connections and plan furniture around actual circulation.
• [To do] Plan photography and a measured floor plan
  Show front-to-back flow, additions, outdoor space and the relationship between units where applicable.
• [To do] Agree access and occupancy arrangements
  Discuss showing notice, pets, leases, tenants and move-out timing with your agent before marketing.

Days 22–30 · Get ready for offers

• [To do] Confirm the launch price and review dates
  Use current comparable evidence and set a date to review buyer feedback and competition.
• [To do] Check the marketing facts
  Review area, layout, unit descriptions, renovation claims and photography before publication.
• [To do] Prepare your offer comparison
  Consider proceeds, timing, financing, inspections and contingencies together.
• [To do] Plan the move and closing handover
  Coordinate keys, possession, utilities, warranties and any agreed work with the parties handling your sale.

Ownership & property

• [To do] Deed, survey and available title documents
  Your closing professional can identify what needs to be obtained or updated.
• [To do] Mortgage and other lien payoff information
  Request current amounts and expiration dates. Keep account details in your own secure folder.
• [To do] Property tax and assessment records
  Gather the current bill and any information needed to estimate closing prorations.

Building & improvements

• [To do] Permit, inspection and historic-review records
  Include additions, conversions, elevation work and approvals relevant to your property.
• [To do] Renovation invoices, plans and warranties
  Record what was completed, by whom and when; distinguish completed work from proposed plans.
• [To do] Existing inspection and termite reports
  Include treatment records, contracts and known follow-up work.
• [To do] Roof, HVAC, plumbing and electrical records
  Gather installation dates, receipts, service history and transferable warranties if available.

Disclosures & occupancy

• [To do] Applicable disclosure forms and supporting reports
  Review current Louisiana forms and any lead-paint documents with your agent.
• [To do] Flood, elevation and insurance documents
  Include an existing elevation certificate and relevant known claims or repair records.
• [To do] Leases, deposits and occupancy agreements, if applicable
  For occupied doubles, review unit use, lease terms and possession plans with the appropriate professional.

Review with Ryan

Bring this worksheet to your agent, closing professional and relevant advisers to replace estimates with property-specific figures. Keep financial records in your own secure folder.

Ryan Roberts · Shotgun Homes New Orleans
ryan@shotgunhomesneworleans.com · (504) 948-3011
Selling a shotgun home in New Orleans