How to Sell Your Home – Step by Step

This guide walks through the typical steps to prepare, price, market and close on the sale of your home, with your next move in mind.

1. Clarify Your Goals & Timing

  • You: Share why you’re selling, ideal timing and any constraints (job change, schools, new build completion date, etc.).
  • We: Talk through options – sell first, buy first, rent in between, or coordinate both sides.

2. Evaluate Your Home & Local Market

  • We: Review recent sales, active competition and local trends.
  • Pricing strategy: Discuss likely value range and how list price can affect showings and offers.

3. Net Sheet & Move Budget

  • We: Prepare a seller net sheet showing payoff, estimated costs and potential cash after closing.
  • You: Decide how those proceeds will be used for your next move.

4. Get the Home Ready

  • Declutter and depersonalize key rooms.
  • Address simple repairs and safety issues.
  • Discuss optional upgrades that may improve value vs. cost.

5. Photos, Marketing & Launch

  • Professional photography and online presentation.
  • MLS listing, web exposure and showing instructions.
  • Signage, open houses and private showings as appropriate.

6. Showings & Feedback

  • We: Coordinate showings and gather feedback from agents and buyers.
  • You: Keep the home showing-ready as much as possible.

7. Review & Negotiate Offers

  • Review price, terms, contingencies and buyer strength.
  • Compare multiple offers if you receive more than one.
  • Negotiate to reach an agreement you’re comfortable with.

8. Inspections, Appraisal & Repairs

  • Buyer inspections and any repair requests.
  • Appraisal ordered by the buyer’s lender (if financed).
  • Negotiate repairs, credits or price adjustments if needed.

9. Closing & Move-Out

  • Final walkthrough to confirm condition.
  • Sign closing documents and receive proceeds.
  • Keys, garage remotes and manuals turned over to buyer.
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