When you sell your home, you are selling one of your biggest investments. It is a process you will want to make with the full knowledge of the real estate proceedings, disclosures, and laws. In today's market it is highly recommended that you have full representation from an experienced and qualified real estate agent.

The first step to putting your house up for sale is to meet with a real estate agent. At the listing appointment, the agent will want to inspect your house and lot. After conferring with the agent on market conditions, comparable nearby sales and listings, and available financing, you will set the asking price for your house. The selling price is essentially determined by the market and the demand.

Keep in mind that the buyers will be doing comparison shopping. They will be looking at other houses in the same price range. When you put your house on the market, it is time to clean up, fix up, and toss out. You will need to have your home looking as good as possible because first impressions are very important.

Once you have a contract, the real work begins. The seller must work with the attorney, the lender, and the appraisers. Many details must be handled: the survey, the inspections, the disclosures, the title search--the list goes on and on. Just one step in the process not being done could delay the closing.

In the Carthage area, closing and possession usually occur at the same time. You should make arrangements to be out of the house at the time of the closing unless a prior written agreement has been made.

A professional real estate agent will handle all of the details that must be covered during the selling process.

As an experienced and qualified real estate agent/broker, I will appreciate the opportunity to help you sell your home. Just call Abbie at 217-357-2441.