Seller's Guide

Before we talk pricing, prepping, or photos, take a moment to get clear on your “why.” Are you selling to fund your next dream home, downsize for lifestyle, or move quickly to another city? Your goals guide every decision from here. If timing is critical, we may price competitively to attract serious buyers fast. If maximizing profit is the priority, we’ll focus on smart prep and a strategic launch. There’s no one-size-fits-all, clarity now prevents second-guessing later and ensures every step supports your goals.

Condition is leverage buyers notice in the first ten seconds. Unless your home has been maintained in showroom condition, preparing it for the market is essential. This includes decluttering, depersonalizing, making smart repairs, and deep-cleaning so your home looks its best in person and in photos. I can connect you with trusted professionals for staging, cleaning, and updates, focusing only on improvements that enhance appeal fresh paint, lighting, hardware, and landscaping. Staging isn’t remodeling; it’s arranging furniture and styling rooms to feel larger, brighter, and inviting. Professional photos, video, and floor plans then capture your home at its absolute best.

An offer is more than a price. I'll verify financing with the lender and review all terms in plain English, including the earnest money deposit, loan type or cash, inspection period, appraisal language, items to convey, closing date, and any rent-back if needed. If an offer isn’t quite right, I'll structure a clear counter or explore other ways to bridge the gap. If multiple offers arrive, I set fair deadlines and keep the process organized, helping you maintain leverage and choose the best possible option.

Once your offer is accepted, we move into the final stage with a clear checklist. Inspections come first; if the buyer requests repairs or credits, we review bids and determine the practical solution, fix, offer credit, or decline, always keeping your net proceeds and timeline in mind. The appraisal confirms the lender’s valuation, supported by recent comps and relevant property details. Title verifies ownership, liens, and HOA documents, and we review payoffs and the draft closing statement early. Any issues that could affect your net or schedule are addressed with clear, practical solutions.