Appendix F: Quick-Reference Decision Checklist

A quick-reference checklist for any housing decision.

Have I framed the decision as a choice between named options?

Your checklist

  • Have I identified and heard everyone affected?
  • Have I gathered and verified the facts that would change the decision?
  • Have I swept the risks and the opportunities?
  • Have I sought a view from someone with no stake in the outcome?
  • Have I compared every path on net proceeds, not headline price?
  • Have I counted the carrying cost of each timeline?
  • Have I written a decision record I could defend in a year?
  • Decision first. Offer second.

Part of The House Decision — a complete guide to deciding well before you sell, keep, fix, or walk away.