How to Sell A Home 
(A step-by-step guide)

Determine your motivation and how soon you want to sell.  Learn about the average time homes take to sell in your area and in today’s market. Your
Realtor can advise about current market conditions.

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A correctly priced home can speed up the sale and attract more offers.  It’s based on recent closed sales of similar homes in your area. Your Realtor can help you price your home for a quick
sale and the highest price.

Keep your home clean and accessible to potential buyers. Your Realtor will handle both private showings and Open
Houses to attract buyers. It’s best to leave for a short time when buyers tour your home,

An appraisal is ordered by the buyer’s lender and is used to determine whether the home’s contract price is appropriate given it’s condition, location and features.  It cannot be less than the amount of the buyer's mortgage.

If you're ready to start shopping for your dream home, The cost of selling can include presale home improvements,
closing costs such as realtor fees, title fees and recording fees. Your Realtor can help you determine how much you’ll net from the sale.

A few minor touch ups can go a long way to make a favorable impression on potential buyers. This may include cleaning, decluttering, arranging furniture to create more space, painting
and enhancing curb appeal.

If your home is priced right you should receive offers. Your Realtor can help you negotiate, counter, or accept and finalize the legal contract between the buyer and seller. They can also help you
navigate any buyer’s contingencies.

The buyer has 7-10 days after the
Purchase & Sale Contract to order a home inspection. This identifies any structural, mechanical or safety issues. After inspection, you may need to make some repairs or negotiate terms.

Interview and choose a Realtor who can help you navigate the selling process. They will walk you through the paperwork, market your property to potential buyers and assist you from contract through closing.

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Your Realtor will help you market your home online through the MLS, on popular national home search websites, through LOCAL advertising and using high quality professional photography and virtual tours to attract buyers.

The title company acts as a neutral 3rd party. They hold the buyer’s deposit money, order a title search to gather information about any liens and ensure
proper documentation is signed off to ensure smooth closing.

A final walkthrough of the home occurs either on closing day or 1 day prior. Then all paperwork to finalize the sale is signed and the deed is transferred. You hand over the keys and your home is SOLD. Congratulations!!!!!!