THE EXPERIENCED SELLER'S GUIDE

EXPERIENCED OWNER'S GUIDE TO SELLING YOUR HOME IN 8 SIMPLE STEPS

Define your goals: Is a quick sale necessary for relocation, or are you aiming for a specific income target? Share these insights with us to tailor your strategy. Understanding your priorities helps us craft the perfect offer and set realistic expectations for the sale process.

STEP 1: CLARIFY YOUR MOTIVATION FOR SELLING

With the sale of your house, what goals do you hope to achieve? Is there a certain income target you would like to hit in order to afford a better, bigger house? Is it necessary to sell it quickly in order to make room for a move to an other city or area? Knowing what you need is the first step towards properly crafting your offer. For instance, you might want to price your home cheaper if you are trying to sell quickly than if you want to achieve a specific profit margin. Once you have selected a real estate broker, make sure you share these requirements with them so they can modify your selling price appropriately.

STEP 2: ESTABLISH YOUR ASKING PRICE

Setting the right price for your house is crucial in the selling process. A fair price attracts the most interest from prospective buyers and real estate brokers. Overpricing can reduce interest, while underpricing can lead to a lower return. The best way to determine the ideal price is by working with an experienced real estate broker & construction consultant. We can evaluate the current market, compare similar property sales, and recommend a home evaluation to find the optimal price for your house.

STEP 3: BEGIN PREPARATIONS

Most homeowners haven’t maintained their house in model condition since moving in and that’s OK. Once your home is priced, it’s time to prepare it for potential buyers. This involves decluttering, depersonalizing to help buyers envision themselves living there, fixing minor issues, and thoroughly cleaning to present your house in impeccable condition. 

Enhancing your property with additional square footage is one of the most effective ways to increase its market value. Whether it’s adding extra rooms, expanding living areas, or constructing a second story, these improvements make your home more attractive to potential buyers. More space means more functionality and appeal, which translates to higher offers.

Benefits:

  1. Increased Living Space: More room for families, guests, and entertainment.
  2. Higher Appraisal Value: Larger homes typically appraise for more.
  3. Competitive Edge: Stand out in a crowded market.

Ready to boost your property’s value? Contact us today to explore your expansion options!

STEP 4: CRAFT YOUR MARKETING PLAN

We will develop a comprehensive marketing plan tailored to promote your house effectively. This includes listing your property and leveraging traditional media, SEO advertising, agent-to-agent referrals, and social media campaigns to attract the right audience. Within the first three weeks of client acquisition, our team crafts a strategy aimed at driving maximum traffic to your listing, ensuring your property gains optimal exposure and interest from potential buyers.

 

STEP 5: ASSESS OFFERS

Although getting an offer is a thrilling step in the process, it does not imply the adventure is finished. We will assess each offer to ensure that it is acceptable to you and that the person making it is prequalified or preapproved by a mortgage lender. If the offer is too low, you can respond with a higher price or suggest various ways to close the deal, such paying part or all of the closing fees, fixing the property, delaying the move-in date, or leaving certain fixtures and appliances for the new owner.

STEP 6: AGREE TO AN OFFER

We will thoroughly review the proposed contract to ensure all elements are in order, including the deposit amount, down payment, financing, inspection rights, repair allowances, contingencies, settlement date, and a list of fees and who will cover them. Once we agree that the offer is acceptable, MySellerAgent.com will be with you and your attorney throughout the process until the successful closing, ensuring everything goes smoothly.

STEP 7: PREPARE FOR CLOSING

With an accepted offer, your selling adventure is almost over. However, there are still essential steps to complete before closing. You and the buyer must create a to-do list, which may include an official survey, inspection, and appraisal. Significant or minor repairs might also be necessary. We will oversee this list, ensure the appropriate party handles each item, and confirm everything is done on time. We’ll contact the closing company a few days before the closing date to ensure everything is ready. If any actions or repairs are incomplete, we will negotiate extensions or credits to ensure a successful Closing.

STEP 8: FINALIZE THE DEAL

You’ve reached the final stage of the selling process, where ownership of your house is legally transferred to the new buyer. MySellerAgent.com will coordinate with the closing company to sign the final documents and address any outstanding matters. We will help you handle last-minute details, such as switching the names on accounts, canceling utilities, cable, lawn care, and trash collection, and ensuring the new owner has instructions for all appliances that will remain in the house.

CONGRATULATIONS!

You are free to continue on your travels after you have sold your house. You can feel more at ease about your new path knowing that all of your selling obligations have been handled, whether you are moving to a new city, into a larger house, or downsizing and enjoying your life as empty nesters.

Let me know how I can assist you.

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