09/15/2026
Before you list, decide what stays with the home...and what does not.
Having a clear, pre-determined list of personal property that will either remain for the convenience of the parties or be negotiable under a separate agreement can make the offer process much smoother.
• Furnished: Best when the furnishings complement the home’s quality, scale and style, and the personal property is being left for the convenience of the parties.
• Partially furnished: A good option when select rooms or pieces enhance the property, but the entire collection doesn’t need to stay.
• Unfurnished: Often best when buyers are likely to prefer a clean start. This doesn’t prevent the Seller and Buyer from separately negotiating personal property outside of the real estate sales contract.
And don’t forget about fixtures. Items affixed to the property are generally included under Florida sales contracts. If there is something meaningful you intend to remove, such as a chandelier, identify it clearly from the beginning. It should be addressed in the listing agreement, disclosed in the MLS Realtor remarks, and ultimately excluded in the purchase agreement.
A little planning before you list can prevent a lot of confusion when an offer arrives.
If you’d like help deciding what stays, what goes, and what best supports the presentation of your home, I’m happy to help.
