Choosing the real estate agent that you’ll be working alongside to sell your home is not a decision to take lightly.
Your agent should have a deep understanding of your goals, your market, and overall be a great match for you and your home.
Credentials, of course, are a plus- but what you can’t see behind the numbers are the intangibles of going the extra mile and genuinely caring deeply for clients.
I look forward to the opportunity of earning your business and sharing this life milestone with you and your family.
CONSIDER HOME REPAIRS
Buyers gravitate towards a turnkey home that's ready for them to move in.
Overlooking necessary repairs and maintenance can be a major turn-off
and potentially stall your sale.
Consider high level repairs and upgrades like decluttering and depersonalizing, adding a fresh
coat of paint, pressure washing, or sprucing up the curb appeal.
Putting in the leg work now will not only boost the sale price of your home, it will keep the sales process moving quickly once a buyer shows interest.
PRICING YOUR HOME
Properties that are priced right from the beginning typically sell for more in the end.
If you price your home too high, the home will stay on the market longer.
The longer a home stays on
the market, the less it will be shown.
A property attracts the most interest when it is first listed, so it is crucial to price it correctly initially.
It's important to thoroughly evaluate the market to determine the market value of your home.
The photos of your home directly influence whether or not a potential buyer will schedule a showing of
your home or not. It is crucial that we take high quality, attractive photos and videos showcasing the best qualities and features of your home.
Because of this, we work with the top real estate photographers and videographers in the area to capture your home in the very best light at no cost to you.
It’s showing time! Together we’ll set parameters on the hours and days we plan to host showings.
Homes show best when the homeowner is not present.
If this is not possible, we will work together to create the best experience for the buyer that also fits your lifestyle.
I will provide you with an electronic lockbox to store a set of house keys. Any time this lockbox is opened, I am notified. That means no one is accessing your home without my knowledge.
After each showing I will share any feedback I received from the potential buyers.
This process begins once we accept an offer on the
home. Here are the major milestones to expect:
ESCROW
The buyer typically places an earnest money deposit into an escrow account as a sign of good faith. Escrow is a neutral third-party account
that holds funds until the transaction is completed.
BUYER'S DUE DILIGENCE
The buyer conducts inspections, appraisals, and any other necessary investigations to ensure the property's condition and value align with their expectations.
LOAN APPROVAL AND APPRAISAL
The buyer's lender evaluates the property's value to determine if the
buyer qualifies for a mortgage. An appraisal ensures the property's value matches or exceeds the agreed-upon purchase price. Depending on the
contract, meeting these approvals may be contingencies of the sale.
FINAL WALKTHROUGH
Just before closing, the buyer usually conducts a final walkthrough to ensure the property is in the agreed-upon condition.
CLOSING DAY
The buyer signs the mortgage documents, pays closing costs, receives keys and takes possession of the property. You receive the proceeds from the sale.
Monique is here to guide you every step of the way. With care, clarity, and a focus on results, she’ll help make your next move easy and successful. Reach out today and let’s get started!