THINKING ABOUT SELLING YOUR HOUSE?
ARE YOU READY TO SELL YOUR HOUSE? Your first step should be to find a real estate agent. Real Estate agents are such an important part of the home selling process. You need someone who will super-serve you, help you negotiate the best deal, and sell your house the right way-FAST! You need someone who knows your local market inside and out. Always choose a vetted real estate pro with several years of experience. If you are thinking about selling your home yourself, realize For Sale By Owner is not all that it is cracked up to be. If you want your house to sell fast and get the best price, you need to get it in front of lots of buyers. That’s where an agent comes in. A real estate agent will give your home a much-needed online presence by using the MLS, they will also know how to get you the best deal. Your agent will also be able to guide you in determining the value of your home by conducting a CMA (Comparative Market Analysis). This will allow you to more accurately predict what buyers will pay for your home and set a competitive price based on fact, not feelings. Your home will still need to go through an appraisal once an offer is accepted. That is when you will find out if the loan amount is more than the house is actually worth.
SET A HOME SELLING TIMELINE – Take time to tackle repairs that need to be done before showing the home. Create an inviting space so buyers can imagine your house as their own. Deep clean- make your home looks and smells clean and is picture perfect! (get professional pictures taken). Stay organized. Be sure to ALWAYS be ready for a showing. You may need a storage unit to reduce clutter while your home is in the sale process.
FINALLY. NEGOTIATE THE CONTRACT AND CLOSE. Pay close attention to these details. Purchase price, closing or escrow date, special allowances for personal property, possible tax implications, home improvements and closing cost. Watch also for contingency deadlines for the home inspection, appraisal and buyer financing or additional contingencies like the sale of the buyer’s current home. Once you and the buyer reach a final purchase agreement, there is still a lot to do from contract to closing. Don’t wait until the last minute to pack, keep your home insurance up to date until you have signed on the dotted line, make a list of what to bring on closing day as well as a list of items you need to take care of when you move (power, water, mail, phone), remain flexible because delays can happen.
HAPPY SELLING!!