Selling a home in today's market can be both demanding and rewarding. This guide simplifies the process, helping you stay organized and achieve your goals as a seller, including securing the best possible price.
Perhaps you’re looking to upgrade to a larger or more luxurious property, or maybe you need to relocate for a new job or lifestyle change. Whatever your reason, it’s essential to communicate your priorities to Cheryl. By understanding your goals—whether it’s maximizing profit or ensuring a quick sale—Cheryl can customize the strategy and pricing to suit your needs.
Pricing your home correctly is essential to a successful sale. Overpricing can deter buyers, while underpricing may leave money on the table. Cheryl will guide you in setting the optimal price by analyzing comparable sales and highlighting your home’s unique features to ensure its valued accurately and competitively.
After pricing your home, the next step is preparing it for potential buyers. Cheryl will assess your home and recommend decluttering or depersonalizing where needed, helping buyers envision themselves in the space. Small repairs and a thorough cleaning may also be necessary to showcase your home in its best light. A professional photographer will then capture high-quality images, including stunning aerial shots, video tours, and detailed floor plans to provide buyers with everything they need to envision the space.
With Cheryl, you'll create a tailored marketing strategy to promote your home. This includes social media campaigns, agent-to-agent networking, traditional media, and SEO advertising, all designed to drive maximum traffic to your listing.
Receiving an offer (or more!) is one of the most exciting moments in your home-selling journey. Together with Cheryl, you’ll carefully evaluate each offer to ensure it aligns with your goals. Key factors to consider include:
Cash vs. Mortgage: Reviewing proof of funds for cash offers or ensuring pre-approval for buyers using a mortgage.
Favorable Terms: Assessing flexibility on closing dates, possession timelines, or other seller-friendly details.
Contingencies: Understanding inspection, financing, or appraisal contingencies that may impact the sale.
Cheryl is here to guide you through the details and help you choose the best path forward!
After reviewing the offer(s) with Cheryl, you’ll choose the one that best meets your needs. This process may include working with the buyer’s agent to negotiate a counteroffer, ensuring terms that work for everyone. Cheryl will guide you every step of the way to help you secure the best possible outcome!
After accepting an offer, the journey toward closing begins! A home inspection may take place, and if any repairs are requested, you’ll work with Cheryl to navigate next steps. It’s also a great time to secure a moving company and start preparing for your transition. Working together, you and Cheryl will coordinate with your attorney to ensure all necessary documents are in order, keeping you on track for a smooth closing day. With her guidance, you’ll feel confident every step of the way!
The final step of the closing process is the official transfer of ownership, where all your hard work comes to fruition. On closing day, you’ll meet with your attorney (or may have already signed a power of attorney) to review and finalize the necessary documents. Once everything is signed, funds are distributed, and the buyer’s financing is completed - the deed is officially recorded, and your property is sold! Cheryl will ensure you’re fully prepared for this moment and celebrate alongside you as the keys are handed over to the new owners.
Real estate is more than a transaction—it’s an experience. Whether you’re buying a luxury waterfront home or selling a historic property in Newburyport, I provide high-touch service tailored to your unique needs. Every detail is handled with precision and care, so you can focus on what matters most.
