TEN STEPS TO SOLD
SIMPLIFYING THE JOURNEY
1.Consultation & Sign Agreement
Sit down with your real estate agent to discuss your selling goals and timeline. You'll review the agent's services and commission, then sign an agreement to officially work together.
2.Home Assessment & Pricing Strategy
Your agent will analyze your home's features, condition, and recent comparable sales to determine its market value. Together, you'll develop a pricing strategy that balances your desired selling price with market conditions.
3.Prepare & Stage Property
Get your home ready to shine! This includes decluttering, deep cleaning, making any necessary repairs, and staging your home to highlight its best features and appeal to buyers.
4.Pre-Marketing, Photography & Implementation:
Professional photos and even videos are a must! Your agent will arrange for high- quality visuals to showcase your home in its best light and begin marketing it to potential buyers.
5.Listing Launch & Going Live
Your home's listing goes live on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and popular online platforms like Zillow and Realtor.com, making it visible to a wide range of buyers,
6.Showings & Open Houses:
Buyers and their agents will schedule showings to view your home. You might also hold open houses to allow potential buyers to drop in and explore.
7.Receive Offers
Potential buyers will present their offers, detailing their suggested purchase price along with any additional terms. This process allows sellers to evaluate not just the price, but also the conditions, ensuring they choose the best overall option for their needs.
8.Negotiate & Accept:
You and your agent will review offers, negotiate with buyers (potentially with counteroffers), and ultimately accept the offer that best meets your needs.
9.Inspections & Appraisals:
The buyer usually performs a home inspection to spot potential issues, while the lender orders an appraisal to verify the home's value for financing. Findings from both may lead to further negotiations or credits.
10.Closing Day
Your last step! You will complete all required paperwork to finalize the sale, transfer ownership of the property to the buyer, and receive your proceeds. Once everything is signed and sealed, you can celebrate the successful completion of the sale. Congratulations!