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Seller's Guide

Our Comprehensive Guide to Listing, Negotiating, and Successfully Closing on Your Home

Navigating the real estate market can be daunting, especially when it involves selling what is possibly your largest investment—your home. But rest easy, with experienced agents  Shane & Anne on your side, the process becomes seamless and stress-free. Our primary objective is to absorb all the challenges of preparing and selling your home, allowing you to continue living your life uninterrupted. We are committed to safeguarding your investment and delivering the best possible sale price.

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Step 1: Understand Why You're Selling

What's your endgame for selling your home? Your objectives set the stage for a tailored sales approach. Whether you're looking to turn a specific profit for a lifestyle upgrade or you're pressed for time due to an upcoming move, it's essential to identify your goals upfront. By sharing these goals with us, we can formulate a customized strategy that aligns seamlessly with your unique situation. We're here to ensure you meet your objectives, safeguarding both your investment and your peace of mind throughout the process.

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Step 2: Determine Selling Price

Understanding the nuances of pricing your home correctly is a critical aspect of the sales journey. Setting a balanced initial price is the key to capturing the attention of other real estate professionals and prospective buyers alike. Overvaluing your property risks stifling interest, while undervaluing it could mean you don't realize its full financial potential. Partnering with us is the most effective way to pinpoint the ideal selling price for your home. With our expertise, we can analyze what similar homes are fetching in the market and provide a comprehensive assessment of current conditions, ensuring you achieve the best possible return on your investment.

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Step 3: Start Preparations

After we've collaboratively determined the optimal listing price for your property, the next crucial step is preparing it for the discerning eyes of potential buyers. This involves eliminating any clutter, neutralizing your personal décor so visitors can easily visualize themselves in the space, tackling minor repairs, and conducting a thorough cleaning to present your home in its best light. Additionally, as part of our comprehensive listing package, we offer professional staging services to elevate your home's appeal. Expert staging not only enhances the visual allure but also creates a welcoming atmosphere, further increasing the likelihood of securing a top-dollar offer. Trust us to transform your property into a market-ready masterpiece.

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Step 4: Our Marketing Strategy

With Shane & Anne, we craft a bespoke marketing strategy tailored specifically for your property's unique attributes. Our multi-faceted approach encompasses a range of tactics, from conventional listings to targeted social media campaigns, agent networking, and sophisticated SEO initiatives, all aimed at maximizing exposure and driving high-quality traffic to your home. But we don't stop there; our comprehensive package includes cutting-edge extras designed to set your property apart. Expect a custom website devoted solely to your home's features, 3D MatterPort tours for immersive virtual viewings, and high-quality photography and videography that capture your property in its best light. Additionally, we offer meticulously designed, four-page custom brochures and detailed home feature sheets to provide potential buyers with tangible takeaways that keep your property top-of-mind. Trust us to represent your home in a manner as exceptional as the property itself.

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Step 5: Evaluate Offers

When an offer comes in for your property, the excitement is real, but it's crucial to remember that the journey isn't over. We will first vet each offer meticulously, confirming the buyer is financially prequalified or pre-approved by a reputable lender. Once their financial viability is confirmed, we consult with you to examine the offer in the context of your goals and the current market. If the offer doesn't meet your expectations, we excel in crafting intelligent counter-offers or proposing alternative, creative strategies to bridge the financial gap. This multi-pronged approach ensures not just any deal, but the right deal for you, respecting both your emotional and financial investment in the property.

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Step 6: Accept an Offer

Once we've established that the offer meets your goals, our next step is to carefully scrutinize the contract. This involves ensuring that it includes all the crucial elements such as ernest  money deposit amount, down payment requirements, financing terms, inspection rights and relevant contingencies. We also confirm the closing date is mutually agreeable. Once all terms are agreed upon by both parties, we will finalize the contract, paving the way for a smooth transition from agreement to closing.

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Step 7: Get Ready to Close

You have accepted an offer and are now very close to the end of your selling journey. But first, you and the buyer must make a list of what needs to be done before closing. In some cases, your home may need to be formally inspected, surveyed, and appraised. In other cases, major or minor repairs will need to be made before the house can close. I will head up efforts to develop and execute this list, get each action item paid for by the correct party, and make sure everything is in order by the closing date. A few days before the closing date, we will call the company closing the transaction to make sure everything is ready to go. If you haven’t done so already, you also need to make arrangements to move out of the home so the new buyer can take possession.

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Step 8: Close

You've reached the final milestone in your home-selling journey: closing day. This is when the baton is officially passed, and you legally transfer your beloved property to its new owners. During this pivotal moment, we're right there with you, helping with all the remaining logistical details. Whether it's canceling or transferring utilities, lawn care, and other services, or ensuring that the new owner has a complete set of appliance instructions, we've got you covered. To put your mind at ease, we even provide professional cleaning services to guarantee the home you're passing on is in immaculate condition. With us at your side, you can confidently close this chapter knowing that every last detail has been taken care of, allowing for a seamless transition for all parties involved.

Congratulations!

Once you have sold your home, you’re free to take the next step on your journey. Whether this is relocating to a new city, moving into a larger home, or downsizing and enjoying your life as empty-nesters, knowing all your selling responsibilities have been taken care of will help you achieve peace of mind for your new path.

TESTIMONIALS

"I feel as though Anne and Shane have been by my side from the moment I agreed to work with them. They have personally walked me through every step of the sale process and I am amazed at the level of detail and attention they have given my house. I..."

- Ingrid Ougland Sellie

"In this tough market, selling a house can be very stressful and challenging. As a seller, we looked for someone who we could trust, have a passion for what they do, someone knowledgeable about the market, win-win negotiation skills, and a true und..."

- Ron and Jodi Baghai

"What a great team! When we moved to the Seattle area for my wife’s work, we had no idea what to expect as we had lived almost our entire lives on the east coast. After a friend recommended Shane and Anne, they worked with us over the phone to see ..."

- Ken and Lenore Marentette

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