How my Realtor® will help me sell my home

• Setting the Stage

  • Your Realtor® will explain how agency works, and the difference between your agent and other agents who may be involved in aspects of the transaction, but actually represent another party. You'll be given the Working with Real Estate Agents brochure to help you know your rights.

  • Your Realtor® will give you an overview of the current market conditions and projections.

  • Your Realtor® will perform an exterior curb assessment of your home.

• The Price is Right

  • Your Realtor® will research all comparable properties and the sales activity for the past six months to a year from MLS and public records databases to prepare a Comparable Market Analysis (CMA) to establish fair market value.

  • Your Realtor® will perform an exterior curb assessment of your home and advise you on features in high demand with buyers in the current market.

  • Your Realtor® will schedule showings for qualified, serious buyers.

• The Marketing Strategy

  • Your Realtor® will listen to your needs and create an effective and strategic marketing plan geared to maximize return while staying in your comfort zone.

  • Your Realtor® will explain the advantages and disadvantages of various syndication services, IDX, web marketing and more.

  • Your Realtor® has access to an extensive network of buyer's agents and the multiple listing service.

• The Road to Closing

  • Your Realtor® will schedule your pre-closing walkthrough and help you negotiate repairs.

  • Your Realtor® will ensure everything is prepared for closing by coordinating with the lender, title company and attorney.

  • Your Realtor® will help you understand the various closing documents.

• Life After Closing

  • Your Realtor® will help you resolve or clarify any outstanding repair conflicts with the buyer.

  • Your Realtor® will continue to be your valuable information source for all things related to homeownership. Realtors® have the best connections in the industry; they know the best contractors, painters and handymen to ensure that your maintenance or renovation needs are well met.