Updated November 3, 2026
Download the full checklists (PDF)
Each checklist fits on one page, so you can print it or save it to your phone.
Download all 15 checklists (PDF)
For buyers
- Budget and Pre-Approval (PDF)
- Home Viewing (PDF)
- Condo Buying (PDF)
- Making an Offer (PDF)
- Closing for Buyers (PDF)
- Moving to a New Home (PDF)
For sellers
- Prepare Your Home for Sale (PDF)
- Pricing and Listing (PDF)
- Showing Day (PDF)
- From Offer to Closing for Sellers (PDF)
For renters
- Rental Viewing and Application (PDF)
- Rental Move-In (PDF)
- Rental Move-Out (PDF)
- Repairs and Disputes (PDF)
For homeowners
Quick printable versions
These shorter lists are handy for a quick print.
Home viewing checklist
- ☐ Roof, gutters and exterior
- ☐ Windows and doors
- ☐ Water stains, smells or mould
- ☐ Heating, cooling and age of systems
- ☐ Electrical panel and outlets
- ☐ Basement and foundation
- ☐ Noise and neighbourhood
- ☐ Condo fees and rules, if any
Rental move-in checklist
- ☐ Signed lease copy in hand
- ☐ Receipt for rent deposit
- ☐ Elevator or move-in time confirmed in writing
- ☐ Utilities and tenant insurance set up
- ☐ Dated photos of every room
- ☐ Smoke and CO alarms tested
- ☐ Problems sent to the landlord in writing
Seller staging checklist
- ☐ Repair small defects
- ☐ Depersonalize and declutter
- ☐ Deep clean, including windows
- ☐ Neutralize odours
- ☐ Open blinds and turn on lights
- ☐ Tidy the front entry
- ☐ Remove pets and valuables for showings
Offer checklist
- ☐ Current pre-approval
- ☐ Deposit funds ready
- ☐ Recent comparable sales reviewed
- ☐ Conditions and deadlines decided
- ☐ Inclusions and exclusions listed
- ☐ Closing date works for you
- ☐ Lawyer chosen
Educational information onlyConfirm your own situation with a lawyer, lender, accountant or legal clinic. This is not intended to solicit people under contract with another brokerage.