There is a lot of attention paid to first-time homebuyers. Most real estate agents and lenders have some kind of guide to help first-time homebuyers navigate their first home purchase, but what about the first-time seller?
Selling your condo or home for the first time can be just as confusing as a home purchase, so here are a few things to remember as you navigate your home sale.
Before that first showing, it’s important to prepare. This involves not only cleaning, decluttering, and staging the home or condo, but also learning about your local real estate market and finding the best agent for your needs.
Interview & ask lots of questions when interviewing a Realtor. Learn about the services they offer: do they include professional photography, video, or virtual tours? Ask for a comprehensive market analysis (CMA) and ask for their suggestion pertaining to a listing price and also their method for arriving at that number. Use this information to determine the best real estate agent to assist you.
Once you have an agent, stay involved. Discuss the plan for showings and open houses. Try and be flexible to allow for as many potential buyers as possible viewing your property. Review the listing online for accuracy and stay in touch with your agent for feedback from showings.
Once you start getting offers, respond as quickly as possible. It’s not just about the price; watch for terms, such as closing date and contingencies, when evaluating these offers. Be prepared to move so that you can take advantage of a good offer.
If you have question or wish to discuss selling your condo or home in the Twin Cities or the surrounding area, please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience.
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Shannon Lindstrom, Realtor®, AHWD, NCS
13784 83rd Way No, Ste. 200
Maple Grove, MN 55369
Direct: 612-616-9714
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Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors – 2019 Exceptional Service Award Recipient
