Buyer Quick Guide

The selling process starts with choosing the right agent. You’ll want someone who understands local market trends, pricing strategies, and how to market your home for maximum exposure. With over a decade of experience, I’ll guide you step by step, keeping you informed and confident along the way. From preparing your home to reviewing offers, I’ll make sure you’re protected and supported from start to finish.

First impressions matter — both online and in person. Simple updates like fresh paint, decluttering, or minor repairs can make a big difference. I’ll provide staging guidance, professional photography, and even virtual staging when needed so your home looks its best. The goal is to highlight your home’s strongest features and position it to attract serious buyers quickly.

Once your home is listed, exposure is everything. I use professional photography, drone shots when needed, social media campaigns, and MLS syndication to put your home in front of as many qualified buyers as possible. During showings, I’ll provide tips on keeping your home inviting and ready so buyers can picture themselves living there. The right marketing plan makes all the difference in how fast your home sells.

When offers come in, it’s about more than just the price tag. I’ll review each one with you, breaking down the terms, financing type, contingencies, and timelines. This ensures you know exactly what you’re agreeing to before making a decision. Together, we’ll choose the strongest offer and negotiate in a way that aligns with your goals.

Buyers will typically schedule a home inspection, and repair requests often follow. This is completely normal, and I’ll help you navigate what’s reasonable to fix and what we can negotiate. The goal is to address key concerns without giving up unnecessary ground. My job is to protect your bottom line while keeping the deal on track.

The buyer’s lender will order an appraisal to confirm the value and check for health or safety issues. If the appraiser calls for repairs, they must be completed before closing. I’ll walk you through exactly what’s required and connect you with trusted professionals to get the job done quickly and correctly. Having these handled smoothly helps us stay on schedule for closing.

Once the buyer’s loan is fully approved, we’ll receive a “clear to close.” Before closing day, the buyer will do a final walkthrough to confirm the home is in the agreed condition and that any negotiated repairs are completed. I’ll make sure everything is ready so there are no last-minute surprises.

Closing day is when it all comes together. The closing attorney will prepare the documents, handle the transfer of funds, and take care of any mortgage payoffs or liens tied to the property. Once the paperwork is complete, the buyer typically takes possession the same day. It’s the official finish line for your sale — and the start of your next chapter.