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How long will it take to sell my home?
The length of time on market will depend upon the market in your area at the time of listing and
whether the home is priced realistically. I am always working to get you the highest price in the
shortest time possible. On average, a home that is priced right goes under contract in two to three
months. If you need to sell fast, that should be reflected in the list price.
How much will I pay in commissions?
Real estate commission is typically 6%-7% of the sales price, (although it varies) split between the
listing and selling sides. Commissions are not paid directly to the agents, but to our brokers. They
collect fees for marketing your home on MLS and other websites, administrative costs, insurance
fees, and required fees for storing your transaction records as required by law. My broker then pays
me for representing you in the transaction. As your agent, I will work very hard to represent you
ethically and with your best interest always the priority. If you have any questions about the
commissions, I’d be happy to talk with you further.
What do I need to do to get my home ready to sell?
We will decide together on how to handle showings. We can set parameters as to the hours and
days that showings are allowed, and how to notify you in advance. Homes show best when the
homeowner is not present, but if this is not possible, we will work together to create the best
experience for the buyer that also fits your lifestyle. Usually we use an electronic lockbox that allows
buyers’ agents to access your house key. These boxes also notify me any time they are opened, so
no one is accessing your home without my knowledge. If you have pets in the home that need to be
tended to during showings, we will work out the best way to handle them. Furthermore, I will try to
get feedback from each showing and pass that information back to you.
How will the showing process work?
I recommend that you give the home a thorough cleaning– get rid of anything you aren’t taking with
you, declutter surfaces, take care of repairs, make sure the major mechanical systems are in good
operation, have the exterior pressure cleaned and the landscaping spruced up. You may also
consider repainting if it is overdue or if the home is painted in dark or bold colors.
I strongly discourage those routes, not only because I want to help you sell your home, but also
because they can be a huge burden and don’t get you the best price. Buyers know that when a
home is sold FSBO or on a flat fee service, that the seller is paying little or no commissions, so they
will offer less. Consider that when you sell your home by yourself, you will have to be present for all
showings, and you won’t have someone to advocate for you through all the steps of the contract
and closing process. If something goes wrong, you’ll want me in your corner to prevent problems or
save the deal, so you don’t have to start over.
Should I consider FSBO or a flat fee listing service?
What marketing will you do to help sell my home?
Hands down, our best marketing tool is the Multiple Listing Service (MLS.) This is the database all
real estate agents use when searching for properties for buyers. And buyers are using websites like
Realtor.com, which is why all my listings automatically show up on these websites. My broker will list
your home on our company website, and I may also use additional avenues such as open houses,
socail media ads, and direct mailing, depending on your home and market.
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