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FAQ

Sellers

When is the best time to sell my house?

How much is my home worth?

What should I do to prepare my house for sale?

Should I get a home inspection before selling?

How long will it take to sell my home?

Buyers

What's the first step in the home buying process?

How long has the home been on the market?

Should I order a home inspection?

What are contingencies in a real estate contract?

What happens at closing?

General

What are closing costs?

Do I need a real estate agent?

Spring, especially May, is generally considered the best time to sell because of favorable weather and families wanting to move before the new school year begins.

A real estate agent can conduct a competitive market analysis (CMA) to provide an estimate based on your home's features and location, considering market conditions and similar sold properties.

Decluttering, deep cleaning, and staging the property to present it as a blank canvas are crucial steps. Addressing significant issues like leaks, infestations, and electrical hazards is also recommended.

While not required, a pre-inspection can reveal potential problems, allowing you to address them proactively before listing. However, this also means any identified issues will need to be disclosed to potential buyers.

On average, homes are on the market for 73 days, though this can vary depending on market conditions, location, price, and property type

Getting pre-approved for a mortgage is essential as it determines how much can be afforded and demonstrates seriousness to sellers.

Knowing this can provide insight into the local market dynamics and potentially provide leverage for negotiation, especially if the house has been listed for a longer period than average.

Though not always mandatory, a home inspection is highly recommended to uncover any potential defects or necessary repairs, protecting against future unexpected costs.

Contingencies are conditions that must be met for the purchase agreement to become legally binding. Common contingencies include securing financing, a satisfactory home inspection, and the property appraising at a certain value.

Closing day is the final step where documents are signed, closing costs (typically 2-5% of the purchase price) are paid, and the keys to the new home are received. This usually takes 1-2 hours

These are various fees and expenses involved in finalizing a real estate transaction, including lender fees, title insurance, appraisal fees, and property taxes

A qualified real estate agent can provide market expertise, guide through the process, assist with negotiations, and handle paperwork, making the process smoother and potentially faster

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