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Prepare the Sale
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Back to Selling
Prepare the Sale
Review your Finance
Your realtor can work with you and your accountant to help you estimate the estimate the potential proceeds from selling your home net of selling expenses which may include transfer taxes, tax withholdings, real estate commissions and in some areas certain legislated repairs. Finally, your realtor can suggest tax savings and estate planning strategies that should be addressed with your accountant or attorney prior to completing your transaction.
Evaluate your Home
The first step in selling any home should be to arrange to get Comparative Market Analysis.
Set your Goals and Selling Time frame
An expert realtor will be attuned to the current market conditions and can advise you with a strategy that include your goals and selling timeframe, assessment of your home and preparation for sale, and finally, a recommendation for the right selling price.
Regarding your goals, what are your priorities? To make a lot of money or to sell as soon as possible? Another important goal that should be recognized is the attempt to minimize stress. +Will getting an extra percentage or two for your home be worth the inconvenience of having it on the market for an extra month? +Two months? Constant showings, constant interruptions, and concerns about selling your home before buying its replacement are not minor concerns - each can have a major impact on your life. Sit down and discuss just where you place the most importance in the selling process. If profit is your only priority, perhaps you can afford to be firmer in your asking price, and can reject offers that are less than ideal. Most sellers who have had their home on the market for an extended period of time, though, would agree that the few extra dollars were not worth it in the end. Understanding market conditions and your home's worth can help you prioritize and maximize your returns.
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