Buying and selling

The seller’s folder: prepare before the first viewing

Preparing a sale starts before the photographer arrives. An organised folder helps you answer consistently and spot issues that might otherwise emerge halfway through negotiations.

DIAMAR editorial · 21 October 2026 · 2 min read

AI illustration: A seller prepares papers before a consultation.
AI illustration: A seller prepares papers before a consultation.
01

Build the property’s history

Start with the acquisition deed, current registry information and available plans. Add records of works, equipment and warranties. Distinguish documented facts from points still needing confirmation. A plan showing alterations should not be described as approved when supporting evidence is missing.

02

Define what the offer includes

Write down which furniture stays, which spaces form part of the sale and when handover could happen. Gather recent information about recurring costs and questions about communal works. Personal circumstances and third-party details should stay out of the public listing.

03

Make answers easy to follow

Keep current documents together and date each file. A clear sequence of checks is more useful than dozens of unsorted scans. Before accepting commitments, agree the required documentation for this particular transaction with your professional adviser. Preparation cannot promise a quick sale, but it can reduce unexpected pauses and help both sides understand what remains to be verified.

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