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I will touch on that as we move through this book;
however, it was the advising, planning, staging, pre-
marketing, marketing, negotiation, and professional know-
how that made this possible.
THE BASIC HOME SALES PROCESS
The process of selling a home can be complicated, but with a
little knowledge, the process can be simpler to understand.
Before setting a listing price, it is important to understand
the home-selling process, including how the listing price is
determined.
One of the most important steps in setting a listing price
is getting an accurate valuation of the home. This can be
done through online valuation, professional appraisal, or a
Current Market Analysis (CMA) by a REALTOR.
Working as a team is key to a successful sale. The seller and
agent will need to communicate openly and often, and make
decisions that are in the seller’s best interest. Both parties
will need to be invested in the process, and work together to
achieve the desired outcome.
The seller’s time, effort, “sweat equity” and financial
investment are all integral parts of the home sale process. By
working as a team with a carefully selected real estate agent,
the seller can maximize their chances of a successful sale.
If you’re looking to maximize the amount of money you can
get when selling your house, investing in improvements and
touch-ups is key. Staging the house properly to show off its
features, as well as cutting the grass and keeping the lawn
tidy, are important steps in making sure your house looks its
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