How to Sell a Home in [cityname]
Thinking about selling your [cityname] home? Then it’s time to break out the boxes and start organizing each room for the big move. Or is it a little too early for that? There’s a tried-and-true order to the home selling process, and [agentname] is here to serve as your guide. To help you gauge what to expect when selling your [cityname] home, we’ve put together this list of steps.
10 Easy Steps to Selling a Home in [cityname]
1. Choose [agentname] as Your Experienced Agent
When it comes to selling your home, the choice of your agent sets the tone for success. With our extensive knowledge and proven expertise, we are your essential partners throughout this journey. We will skillfully guide you through the process, ensuring you receive the optimal value for your property without the accompanying headaches. Learn more about our impeccable qualifications and track record.
2. Consider repairs and improvements
3. Set the price right
Request a neighborhood sold report from [agentname] and use it to determine a competitive price that maximizes your return and minimizes the time on the market. We will work together and consider the price of recently sold homes in [cityname], homes currently on the market in your neighborhood, and the specifics of your home to set the right listing price.
4. Prepare your home
Start by throwing out all clutter, working from your attic down to your closets. Remove extra furniture and personal belongings that can distract buyers. They should be able to picture themselves in your home, not you. With your home clean, you’ll work with us to stage it and get it ready for a professional photographer to take listing photos that highlight your home’s best features.
5. Market your home
With our knowledgable team at your side, this step gets so much easier. We will use our expert marketing skills and ample resources to distribute your home to the appropriate networks and markets in [cityname]. [agentname] uses a number of expert tactics to attract serious buyers.
6. Open your home to buyers
When your home is on the market, you want to allow buyers to see it in person. This gives them the chance to make a personal connection, which is why it’s important to depersonalize it as much as possible. Keep it clean and organized between showings, and be ready to clear out to avoid making buyers uncomfortable.
7. Negotiate and accept an offer
Interested buyers will submit a written offer to include the price they’ll pay, closing dates, and contingencies. It’s up to you to accept or reject that offer. If you reject it, we'll negotiate different terms, either adding your own contingencies or countering with a higher price.
8. Sign a purchase and sale agreement
When you’ve both agreed on an offer, you’ll enter into a legal contract using a Purchase and Sale Agreement. This will contain the specifics of the offer, including the terms, conditions, and contingencies of the sale.
9. Cooperate with due diligence
You have to give the buyer the opportunity to hire an inspector and also cooperate with appraisals, title checks, surveys, and background checks. This is your due diligence as the seller, and it’s important to note that findings during these processes may lead to renegotiations.
10. Sign, pay, and close!
You’ve made it to the end. On the agreed-upon closing date, you, the buyer, and both agents will finish signing all paperwork. You’ll also pay any necessary fees and turn over the keys and property title. In exchange, you receive a check for the sale price, minus what may be owed on an existing mortgage. Congratulations – you just sold your home!
Ready to Start Selling Your Home in [cityname]?
We’ll help you through every step of the home selling process, from home staging to marketing and negotiations. [agentname] will work hard to provide you with a hassle-free selling experience.
Still not sure about selling your home? We’ve compiled some seller resources that will provide more information about the process and prepare you for the excitement of listing your home for sale.