KEYS—Gather all keys for the house, garage, doors,
etc. Soon you will need to turn these over to the new
owner.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS—
All manuals and warranties should be kept in one place.
These include instructions for the air-conditioning and
heating equipment, all appliances, water heater, garage
door opener, pool equipment, etc.

UTILITY BILLS—Have copies made of the previous 12
months of utility bills and a monthly average of each
utility estimated for the prospective buyer.

HAZARD INSURANCE—Keep fire and extended coverage
insurance on the property through the closing date or
date of possession, whichever is specified in the
contract. Please note that the "contents" portion of your
policy may be inadequate during transit of household
goods to the new home. Moving companies’ liability
could be inadequate. You could make the cancellation
date of your previous policy the same as the effective
date of your new policy.

EXISTING MORTGAGE—Have existing loan information
and payment book available.

TAXES—Copy of most recent tax statement.

HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION—Provide information
regarding Homeowners Association and/or Restrictive
Covenants.

FLOOR PLAN/SURVEY—Check real estate papers for
availability of house floor plan and copy of previous
survey.

LEASES—Provide the agent with a copy of any existing
lease agreements currently in effect.