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Before Listing Your Home

You are probably wondering what services I offer to have your home sold.
There are many steps involved even before listing your property.

To be more clear here are listed all steps taken before you list your home with me:

1. Research property’s ownership and deed type
2. Research property’s public record information for lot size, dimensions, additions, permits and other data
3. Research sales activity for past 6-18 months from the Multiple Listing Service and public record databases
4. Establish market price trends
5. Research “Average Days on Market” for property of this type, price range, and location
6. Research competition properties that are currently on the market
7. Research competitive properties that have sold in the recent past
8. Research sales activity on your home (if previously listed)
9. Prepare “Comparable Market Analysis” (CMA)
10. Establish fair market value
11. Verify Home Owner Association fees and other information, if applicable
12. Determine need for lead-based paint disclosure
13. Verify if property has rental units involved, if applicable

14. Copy all lease agreements, very all rents and deposits
15. Inform tenants of listing and discuss how showings
will be handled
16. Inspect property exterior and interior
17. Compile list of repairs and maintenance items
18. Arrange consultation with a staging company if
requested
19. Review your time schedule
20. Review your plans and goals
21. Make arrangements for new purchase if needed
22. Address your sale and moving concerns in detail
23. Compile a list of the best property features and
benefits
24. Create a neighborhood information list (schools,
shopping…)
25. Verify property mortgage, taxes, fees, etc.

26. Review the basic marketing plan
27. Review advanced marketing strategies
28. Prepare showing instructions for other Realtors
29. Present current market data
30. Review competing properties currently for sale
31. Evaluate recent sales
32. Suggest the best listing price
33. Determine the most likely sales range
34. Estimate of closing costs and fees
35. Estimated net cash proceeds after the sale
36. Review and complete the listing agreement
37. Review and complete other contracts and

applicable disclosures
38. Introduce support stff and team members
39. Install secure lock box system
40. Install professional For Sale sign
41. Install QR code scan and link to property site
42. Have photos taken or hire professional photographer
43. Have virtual tour prepared
44. Prepare a full-color property information sheet

Schedule a Free consultation with me call 705.687.8735 or sent a request.

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