HOME SELLING PROCESS
The home selling process will be different and unique each time it is completed. There are many variables and factors that can influence the process for whatever reason. Some things are done faster, some overlooked, and different people take different amounts of time to make different decisions. Below is generally how the home selling process should go.
- Interview agents and choose your Listing Agent
- Conduct comparative market analysis to establish a fair market value of your home
- Determine improvements or repairs to maximize your home’s value
- Complete the listing agreement with your Agent
- Begin to Market and Prep your home
- Clean, Stage, Organize, Create Curb Appeal
- Your Agent will enter listing information into the Multiple Listing Service (MLS)
- Place a For Sale sign on your property
- Show your home and MAKE A GOOD FIRST IMPRESSION
- Schedule and hold open houses
- Receive, review, and discuss all offers
- Accept an Offer and Open Escrow
- Order Title Report for Buyer
- Deliver Seller Disclosures
- Coordinate Your Schedule with Buyer’s Home Inspection
- Ask Buyer to Release Contingencies
- Coordinate with Buyer the Appraiser’s Appointment
- Coordinate with Buyer the Final Walk Through Inspection
- Loan Approval and Loan to fund escrow
- Monies will be distributed to appropriate parties
- The deed will be recorded at the county clerk’s office and be sent to Buyer (It transfers title)
- Close Escrow
- Move Out
