Selling Process
01 - Find An Expert Real Estate Agent
Selling a home is a complex task that requires careful planning and expertise. That's why teaming up with a trusted real estate expert like Lynne MacFarlane can make a huge difference in getting the best price for your home.
Lynne knows what local buyers are looking for and how to catch their attention. She'll be there to help and guide you from the moment you list your home to the final handshake at closing.
See for yourself the benefits of working with Lynne MacFarlane.
02 - When You Should Sell
When it comes to selling a home, the timing matters a lot. Lynne will sit down with you to understand what you're aiming for and map out the best schedule. There are many things to think about when deciding when to list your home. While it's impossible to pick the absolute perfect moment, Lynne will guide you to make sure you get the best outcome when selling your house.
03 - Pricing Your Home
Making informed pricing choices is key. Lynne MacFarlane can assist you in making the most from your sale using a tool called a comparative market analysis (CMA). This gives insights into previous and expected sales, and how homes like yours are priced in the area.
We'll sit down to talk about what you want—whether that's selling quickly or getting the highest price possible. Based on that, we'll work out the best price to list your home at.
04 - Preparing Your Home
Getting your home ready for sale might feel overwhelming, but with Lynne MacFarlane by your side, it becomes straightforward.
First, we'll begin with an 'agent walkthrough' to see what changes might help your home sell better. Next, we'll have a professional inspection to check everything's in order. If we find areas that need work, we can suggest trusted contractors and specialists. Plus, we'll run a title search to make sure there are no hidden claims on your property.
Other steps we might consider include:
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Decluttering and tidying up
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Cleaning and fixing any issues
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Staging your home to look its best
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Setting up a home protection plan
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Gathering all necessary paperwork and details
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Using a Transaction Manager tool to keep track of documents and deadlines.
05 - Next Level Marketing
In the bustling world of real estate, standing out is essential - it's all about taking the usual steps but in special ways. Being different and better than others is what makes a real estate service truly top-notch. Lynne MacFarlane is committed to offering standout marketing that grabs attention, highlights what's special about your home, and ensures it sells fast and at a great price. From top-quality photos to a dedicated website for your property and eye-catching brochures, Lynne makes sure your home has that unique edge in the market.
06 - Finalize Escrow
When offers begin to roll in, how do we move forward?
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Assessing Offers: The first offer might not always be the top choice. We'll patiently collect offers for a set duration and then sit with you to decide the best route.
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Documentation: We'll promptly save all related papers in the Transaction Manager.
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Overseeing Inspections: We'll make sure all necessary inspections are arranged.
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Setting the Closing Details: This includes pinning down the exact date, location, and contact persons.
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Checking on Finances: Keeping an eye on the buyer's loan progress and the property's appraisal is crucial.
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Managing Details: We'll ensure every little thing is in order.
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Going Over the Final Statement: Before concluding, we'll have a detailed look at the closing statement.
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Finalizing the Sale: The big moment when all comes together.
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Documentation After Closing: We'll hand over copies of every crucial document from the closure and log them in the Transaction Manager.
Cheers to a successful sale with Lynne MacFarlane!