SELLER’S GUIDE

what to expect when selling your home

My service To sellers in washington

  • Selling a home can be very exciting (cue Jerry Maguire)! But, I know it can also be a challenging moment in life.

    To me, this business is always human-first. As your agent, I will ensure your best interests are at the forefront of every decision, and the return on your investment is protected.

    In our initial consultation, you’ll learn more about the level of service and care I can offer you. I’ll also come with an estimated net sheet of your sale proceeds, so you can start to prepare for the next chapter.

  • My mission is to make your home shine to the widest pool of qualified buyers. To get your house picture-perfect, I offer a Ready-to-List package of modern staging, media production, and professional deep cleaning. In parallel, we’ll get your home’s sellability squared away with a trusted title partner.

  • Just listing a home on the MLS does not cut it anymore. Today, sellers need a mix of modern and memorable marketing to excite a wide net of qualified buyers — with the goal of getting multiple offers and price escalations for you.

    To do this, we’ll define your home’s buyer types, and tailor a marketing strategy to the lifestyle your home offers them. From shareable social content highlighting the most inciting features, to hyper-local neighborhood partnerships (like the ‘it’ coffee shop serving up espresso at our open house), we’ll generate buzz for your home, and get your future buyer to stop scrolling.

  • My mission is to get multiple offers on your desk. Together, we’ll assess the strengths and weaknesses of each, unpacking contingencies and hidden asterisks. At every opportunity, we’ll counter to protect your investment and honor your motivations.

  • I will oversee your transaction as your loyal fiduciary. This includes counter negotiations with buyers, keeping your investment protected and transaction milestones on cue, while ensuring third party stakeholders are in perfect lockstep.

    Transaction coordination is backed by my 5-star brokerage, Properties NW.

  • My service doesn’t need to end when you get your cash at the closing table! For you, I’m always a call away.

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Real Estate 101

LINGO TO KNOW

Listing Agreement

A contract between the seller and the broker that outlines the terms of the agent's services to sell the property.

Equity

The difference between the current market value of the property and the outstanding mortgage balance.

Appraisal
Home Inspection

An estimate of the value of the property performed by a licensed appraiser to determine its fair market value. Required by most lenders for their security.

A detailed examination of the property by a licensed home inspector to identify any potential issues that could affect the sale or value of the property.

Contingency

A condition that must be met in order for the sale to proceed, like the buyer obtaining financing or the completion of a satisfactory inspection

The seller's obligation to disclose any known defects or issues with the property that could affect its value or safety.

Disclosure

Fees associated with the sale of the property, including title search, escrow services, transfer taxes, attorney fees, and other expenses.

Closing Costs

A proposal to buy a property, including the price and terms of the sale. Get it in writing on Washington’s Purchase & Sale Agreement.

Offer

A stage in the sale process where the seller has accepted an offer, but the sale has not yet been finalized. AKA “Pending” or “In Escrow”

Under Contract

The legal right to own and sell the property.

Title

The legal document that transfers ownership of the property from the seller to the buyer.

Deed

A legal claim or right against a property, used as security for a debt or obligation, preventing the owner from selling or refinancing until the debt is paid (like a mortgage).

Lien

The final step in a real estate transaction where the buyer pays for the property and the seller transfers ownership.

AKA When sellers get their money!

Closing