Thoughtful Sellers

What does a buyer really know about the home they're buying? Sure, inspections are done and you learn about any structural or safety issues. But when you're buying a home you're not just buying the structure and land, but you're also buying the neighbors, the trash collectors, the mail carrier and so on.
I know you have a lot to think about when selling your home, but after you go into contract, there is usually period of several weeks before you close. Why not take a moment while your sale is pending to make the transition easier for the people buying it? It's helpful to leave a list behind for the new owners with neighborhood info. It will take you 5 minutes, and will make life so much easier for them.

Here is a list of 10 suggestions:
1. When is trash/recycling day?
2. What is the mail carrier's name?
3. What are the friendly neighbor's names?
4. Where can they find the best pizza/Chinese/Italian food in the area? It might be nice to leave behind any menus you have hanging around.
5. Where is the nearest grocery store?
6. Location of nearest hospital/fire station/police station and phone numbers
7. If you use a landscaper, what is their name, number and rate? Or, if a neighborhood kid mows lawns, what is his or her name and number?
8. Local babysitters names and numbers
9. Are there any existing service contracts for pest control/boiler service, electrical service, etc? If so, provide contact information and paperwork.
10. Where are the nearest playgrounds, dog parks and walking trails/bike paths?