Five Steps to a Timely Sale of Your Home

Step One - Prepare the Home

• Eliminate clutter
• Curb appeal is critical
• Clean, clean, and clean again
• Make repairs now
• Stage like a model home
• Ask your Property Master for advice

Step Two - Determine Today’s Market Value

• Comparative Market Analysis (CMA)
• Real estate prices change based upon market conditions
• Price the home realistically

Step Three - Select the Right Professional

Ask yourself these questions:
• If I were selecting a surgeon, would I choose based on cost or based on ability?
• Does my Realtor know the market?
• How much experience does he/she have?
• Can I trust him/her?

Step Four - The Marketing Plan

• Ask about the marketing plan
• About 80% of buyers use the internet as a primary resource when seeking a home
• An attractive sign in the yard is also a great source of prospects…so are your neighbors
• Websites with interactive draw many buyers

Step Five - Closing the Sale

• There are many people involved in a successful closing
• You need an entire team of professionals on your side
• You deserve to be informed every step of the way
• A smooth closing requires a knowledgeable professional to guide you