Sellers Guide – Procedures, Compliments Scott A. Buitta , your 603 Agent. 603-602-1400
1. Define goals and timeline:
• Set a target moving date
• Identify your next living arrangement
2. Choose a real estate agent:
• Research and interview potential agents
• Sign a listing agreement only when the strategy is clear.
• Discuss marketing strategy and pricing
3. Prepare your home for sale:
• De-clutter and depersonalize - allow buyers to dream
• Complete necessary repairs and improvements
• Clean and stage the property
4. Set a competitive listing price:
• Analyze comparable sales in the area
• Consider market conditions and trends
• Work with your agent to set a price
5. Market your property: not just MLS
• Implement marketing plan with your 603 agent
• Create professional listing photos and description
• Host open houses and private showings
6. Review and negotiate offers:
• Evaluate incoming offers
• Discuss counteroffers and negotiation strategies with your agent
• Accept the best offer based on price and terms
7. Address buyer contingencies:
• Allow inspections and appraisals
• Review reports and negotiate repairs or concessions
• Satisfy any other buyer contingencies (e.g., financing, sale of their home)
8. Prepare for closing:
• Complete any agreed-upon repairs
• Gather necessary documents (property deed, tax records, etc.)
• Schedule a closing date with buyer and title company
9. Final walk through:
• Allow buyer to conduct a final walk through
• Ensure repairs and conditions are met
• Address any last-minute issues
10. Closing:
• Review and sign closing documents
• Transfer property ownership to the buyer
• Receive payment and pay off existing mortgage and closing costs
11. Move out and hand over keys:
• Complete your move to your new residence
• Clean and remove all personal belongings
• Provide keys to the buyer or their agent