Selling your home is a BIG decision
Your home. It is more than 4 walls. It's an investment. It's a sanctuary. It's where you've started your partnerships and maybe raised your family. When it comes time to sell, you want an agent to honors those moments; who guides you with compassion and care but with the goal of maximizing your investment. Every home is different, just like every human is different and strive to show your home in the best possible way.
I won't tell you to paint everything beige or make your property as neutral as possible to appeal to the masses. I have a different paradigm, one where differences are celebrated and highlighted. Every home, farm, or piece of raw land is unique and I consider it my task to shine a light on what makes your property stand out in a sea of neutral tones.
That said, I will also be honest about what I believe are important updates/upgrades to consider. I don't like surprises and my goal is always to have smooth transactions. Upgrade/update suggestions are meant to allay buyer fears and head off issues that will come up in inspections. This goes a long way to creating a smooth transaction where all parties feel served and supported.
Each property is different and I approach each one with fresh eyes and fresh energy. Below is a general overview of the Selling process.
I am not like other listing agents:
What's The Process?
Meet with an Agent
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Initial meeting with the agent to discuss your goals and timeline
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Overview of the selling process and suggestions of updates or repairs
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Agent researched recent market activity to set listing price
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Listing paperwork is drafted and marketing schedule is set
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Agent arranges photos, floorplan and staging, if applicable
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Marketing begins with MLS entry, lockbox installed, and sign out front.
You're Under Contract. What's next?
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Listing Agent Coordinates
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Consistent communication with Buyer Agent regarding buyer inspections and/or concerns
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Advise seller of any requested repairs / credits
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Draft Contract Amendments, if needed
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Lender Coordinates
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As a seller, you won't have interactions with a lender beyond the appraisal visit
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The lender communicates with the closing attorney to draft the final closing documents
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Listing Agent regularly checks in with Buyer Agent to confirm loan is progressing.
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Attorney Coordinates
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Title search to confirm no liens on property
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Drafting seller documents for sale
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Communicate with lender to assemble closing package
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Final closing package is drafted for review prior to closing date
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