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What Is The Process

What To Expect And When

 

HOME SELLING CONSULTATION

In the home selling consultation we will cover many of the procedures, marketing plan and review the comparative market analysis to help you determine the best price for your home.  My strong marketing plan starts immediately and continues throughout the entire listing period.  Once an offer is received, you will be represented at the highest level of competence and professionalism to achieve a successful closing.

TOPICS COVERED IN THE CONSULTATION INCLUDE:

  • ATTRACTING EXPERIENCE
  • IN-HOUSE MARKETING AND STRONG SUPPORT STAFF
  • FINANCING
  • YOUR NEXT HOME
  • PRODUCING RESULTS
  • UNDERSTANDING YOUR HOME’S MARKET VALUE
  • DETERMINE THE BEST PRICE FOR YOUR HOME
  • CONSEQUENCES OF PRICING TOO HIGH
  • COMPARATIVE MARKET ANALYSIS
  • RECOMMENDATIONS TO MAKE YOUR HOME MORE MARKETABLE
  • GET YOUR HOME READY TO SHOW
  • YOU ARE THE KEY PLAYERS ON THE TEAM
  • IMPORTANT WAYS TO HELP PROMOTE YOUR HOME

MARKETING STAGE ONE

  • Professional photography, virtual tour, video and floor plan arranged by the agent
  • For sale signs ordered and installed
  • Listing posted on MLS.  Realtor.ca and various websites
  • Promote the new listing to sphere and other agents in office and send invitation to the Agent / public open house
  • Feature listing in local and international newspaper

MARKETING STAGE TWO

  • Custom brochures created and printed, along with floor plans
  • Just listed postcards of open house
  • Realtor tour / agent open house
  • Public open house
  • Private showings
  • Follow up from opens, showings and feedback
  • Continued Marketing
  • Weekly follow-up on market and agent feedback
  • Ad running in local real estate magazines until sold
  • Review marketing plan
  • Review marketing activity
  • Discuss your price and market activity
  • Update any and all changes to other agents
  • Maintain brochure stock
  • Seasonal changes as required

FROM OFFER TO CLOSE

  • Negotiate terms of contract in your best interest
  • Deliver full copy of contract
  • Submit paperwork to company
  • Confirm paperwork with lenders
  • Deliver seller property disclosures to buyers agent
  • Schedule inspections
  • Order home warranty
  • Confirm appraisal with lender
  • Consult with buyer’s agent on progress
  • Transfer utilities
  • Change of address cards
  • Schedule moving
  • Represent you at closing
  • Key to selling agent
  • Receive proceeds cheque

WHAT DOES THE SELLER PROVIDE?

Start pulling these items together:

  1. The survey of the property.
  2. A list of any and all improvements you have made to the home.
  3. A list of any contractors who have worked on the home including contact names and phone numbers.
  4. A copy of all utility bills.
  5. Information on any liens placed against the home.
  6. Information on any financial judgements against them.
  7. Information on any restricted covenants.
  8. Information of all condominium documentation (pertains to condominiums or co-ops).
  9. Recent tax bills or new tax assessments.
  10. Information on community/subdivision fees.
  11. Information on any warranties from home improvements.
  12. Any government notices.
  13. All keys for the lock box.

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