Sellers's Guide
Preparation
Agreeing on a Marketing Plan
You Need a plan! Selling your property - your single largest asset - is not
something you do everyday. A house is very complex to market and the process
needs to be well organized.
You and your real estate agent should prepare a detailed personalized plan. Your property should be aggressively promoted through the realtor's company - the company's own property advertising publications and Internet site, other company offices - other Real Estate professionals, the MLS information library (unless it is an exclusive listing) and mailings to potential buyers in your area. Click here to see what Sue can do for you.
Preparing to Show Your Home
First impressions are lasting impressions...you will want to make sure
buyers looking at your home are left with the best possible impression.
Good first impressions = Good last impressions
Preparing to Show Your Home
First impressions are lasting impressions...you will want to make sure
buyers looking at your home are left with the best possible impression.
Good first impressions = Good last impressions
Here are some helpful hints on How to Showcase Your Home
Signing a Listing Agreement
This is the first formal step in marketing your property.
A Listing Agreement is a contract that commits the realtor to actively market your home for a specified period of time. It commits you to a pre-established marketing fee that is to be paid upon the successful closing of the sale.
Documents that you may be required to give to the realtor include:
| Document | Explaination |
|---|---|
| Plan of Survey of Location Certificate | This is a document that outlines the lot size and location of buildings as well as details of encroachments from neighbouring properties. |
| Property Tax Receipts | xxx |
| Mortgage Verification | Few homeowners know the exact balance on their mortgage as it is paid down so you most probably will be asked to authorize your mortgage lender to provide the figures required . |
| Deed or Title Search | This document is a legal description of your property and proof that you own. |
| Other documentation |
In some instances, it may help the sale of your property
if you can provide prospective buyers with information on
such items as:
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