Selling FAQ’s

  • How to Begin the Home-Selling Process and Does the Realtor I Choose Truly Matter?

    The first and most critical step is to reach out to a skilled and trusted Realtor such as myself, who will then help you with every step of the home-selling process from A-Z.

    The wrong agent can cost you tens of thousands—whether it's due to having a weak strategy, ineffective marketing, or missed negotiation opportunities. But the right agent? They can help you put tens of thousands more in your pocket.

    One of the key things that sets me apart from other agents is my skill and understanding of how to market your home effectively. Marketing isn't just part of the process—it is the process. It’s how we create demand, spark emotion, and ultimately get buyers competing to make your home theirs.

    You’ve probably heard that first impressions are everything. That couldn’t be more true in real estate. One of my top priorities is to make sure your home makes an immediate impact—from the first click online to the moment a buyer walks through the door.

    I want them to instantly picture themselves living there—and to completely fall in love with the property. Your home is competing with hundreds of other similar properties, but my goal is to make it stand out above the competition.

    When buyers fall in love, they’re more likely to go all in—even if it means outbidding others or stretching their budget. That kind of emotional response leads to stronger offers and better results for you. Strategy is absolutely everything, and that’s exactly where I excel the most.

    To get your home ready to sell, it's important to clean, declutter, and address any minor repairs or maintenance issues.

    Depending on the condition of your home, I may also recommend staging, renovation updates, rearranging some aspects of the home, or small upgrades that offer a strong return on investment.

    During our consultation, I’ll walk you through all the important phases of the process of preparing your home for the market.

    No property is identical to another—so putting together a customized blueprint for success depending on the unique features of your home, market dynamics of your area, as well as your own personal timetable are all key elements we will factor in as we come up with a tailored gameplan that works best for you.

  • The Home Selling Process, from A-Z 🏡

    1. Initial Consultation
    We chat about your goals, timeline, and concerns. I give you a realistic picture of what your home could sell for and what to expect—no fluff, just strategy.

    2. Home Walkthrough & Prep Plan
    I personally walk through your home to identify what (if anything) should be repaired, updated, or staged to make it market-ready—and what not to waste time or money on.

    3. Pricing Strategy
    Using deep local market knowledge and recent sales data, I craft a pricing strategy designed to attract serious buyers fast—and avoid leaving money on the table.

    4. Professional Marketing Launch
    This is where I shine: high-end photography, video, social media buzz, agent networking, online exposure, and more. Your home will hit the market with serious impact.

    5. Showings & Open Houses
    I handle everything—scheduling, buyer feedback, negotiations with the buyers agents, and presenting your home in the best possible light—while keeping your day-to-day life in mind.

    6. Offer Time & Negotiations
    Once offers come in, I break down the numbers, terms, and red flags so you’re not guessing. Then I fight for the best possible deal on your behalf and handle all negotiations for you.

    7. Under Contract to Closing
    I keep the transaction on track—coordinating inspections, appraisals, paperwork, and deadlines—while keeping you informed every step of the way.

    8. Closing Day
    We sign, you get paid, and I make sure every loose end is tied up. You walk away celebrating your win, and finally make it to the finish line!

  • How Do I Know How Much my Home is Worth?

    Pricing your home right is one of the most important decisions you’ll make—and it’s not just about plugging numbers into an online calculator.

    I provide a custom Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) that blends real-time local data with insights from what’s actually happening in the market right now—not just what’s on paper.

    I also walk your property personally to factor in upgrades, layout, and selling potential that automated tools simply can’t see, and features that help your home potentially go above some of the local comps.

    My goal isn’t just to estimate your home’s value—it’s to position it to sell for the most possible in today’s market. Strategy is absolutely imperative, and pricing your home correctly is one of those things that can help make or break the momentum of your listing.

  • Do I Need to Renovate my Property in Order to Get It Sold?

    Generally speaking, prior to listing your home for sale, you want to analyze whether or not it’s in your best to sell your home in As-Is condition, or whether you should invest in some renovation upgrades prior to listing it on the open market.

    Although renovations can lead to excellent returns, they are not necessary either. I’ll walk you through exactly what to fix, clean, or update to make your home shine—without wasting money. Think decluttering, curb appeal, staging, and pro-level marketing photos (which I always provide). Small details can sometimes make a big impact.

    In some instances, renovations can bring you a strong return on investment—but other times, they can end up being wasted money that you won’t be able to recoup. That’s where I come in. I’ll help you analyze all your options, and advise you whether it’s best to renovate a lot, renovate moderately, renovate a little, or to not even renovate at all.

    I’ll give you honest advice based on real numbers, market expectations, and what buyers are looking for right now.

    You’ll know exactly what kind of results we can likely expect from each option—and decide what course of action you think is most suitable for you and your families!

  • Is it True that Overpricing my Home Could be a Potential Deal-Killer?

    We totally understand—you want to get the most money possible for your home. That’s the goal. But here's the thing: overpricing can actually work against you. You might think, “What’s the worst that could happen?”

    But in reality, nothing kills momentum faster than a listing that sits on the market too long, as buyers begin to perceive there are red flags with a home, even when there is nothing wrong with it!

    I would love to help you list your home for a million dollars even though everything in your neighborhood is selling for around $800k. But we have to be realistic.

    Pricing isn’t about guessing high and hoping for the best—it’s about creating the conditions that attract real buyers. The market is what sets the prices that we have to work within. 

    With years of experience, I’ve seen time and time again that accurately priced homes bring in more showings, more interest, and even spark bidding wars.

    On the flip side, I’ve also seen homes sit for weeks (or months) because the starting price scared off serious buyers. And by the time the price is reduced, that early excitement—the most valuable window in the first two weeks—is already gone.

    You don’t get a second chance at a first impression. Let’s price it right from the start and set you up for a successful, high-impact launch.

  • Can I Sell my Current Home and Buy a New One at the Same Time?

    Yes, and I help clients do it all the timewithout the chaos. Coordinating a sale and a purchase simultaneously takes careful planning, market timing, and smart negotiation.

    When working with an agent myself that takes a meticulous, detail oriented approach, we are able to make an otherwise challenging process feel seamless.

    I create a custom game plan based on your financial comfort level, your buying and selling timelines, and the state of both markets.

    Whether we use a lease-back, a contingent offer, a longer closing timetable, or bridge options, I walk you through the best route to keep everything aligned—and I stay by your side every step of the way.

    We’ll help you understand all of the options available to you, and help you make a confident, informed decision as to the route you feel most comfortable with!