Selling Your Home
As a seller, you are not just another listing. Before helping you price your home, we do the homework necessary to discover the best price.
Let's Do This
Prepare for your meeting with your Realtor by reading:
Published by south Dakota Real Estate Commission. A copy can be downloaded from the link or request a copy from your Jamison Company Real Estate agent.
01
Meet with Agent
When you meet with your agent you will also review the state required real estate paperwork and representation guidelines. Each real estate agency offers different types of agent contracts with their clients. This will be reviewed and explained in further detail at your meeting.
02
Determine Price
Your agent will do a Brokers Price Opinion to help determine the best list price. Several factors come into play including the current real estate market, comparables in the neighborhood, square footage, how many bedroom, baths, garage stalls, curb appeal and other amenities. However sometimes unique homes without comparables may need the seller to invest in an appraisal to help determine the list price.
03
Prepare Home for Sale
De-clutter the entire home by removing all the extra stuff along with personal photos and knick knacks. Do a complete and thorough cleaning, buyers will open closets, cupboards, drawers. Also make sure the utility room is clean and well maintained. Take the time to fix what’s broken, poorly functioning drawers, windows, and locks reflect poor upkeep. Paint any room that’s too bold with a neutral inviting color. Buyers don’t want a property that appears to be too much work. Staging is proven to bring in higher offers in less time. Ask us about our complimentary staging.
04
List & Market Home
When we list your home, your listing will receive maximum exposure using our extensive marketing techniques.
05
Receive Offers & Negotiate
Accepting the highest price offer seems like a logical choice, but there are many factors to consider when reviewing an offer and knowing your options lets you come up with a plan that works best for you.
06
Inspection & Appraisal
Property inspections are done to ensure the quality and condition of the home.These typically take 3 - 5 hours.
If the buyer is applying for a loan, the bank will request an appraisal. The appraisal takes into account factors such as similar property values, the home's age, location, size and condition to determine the current value of the property.
07
Closing
Closing is the final step in the selling process. On the day of closing, both parties sign documents, funds are dispersed, and property ownership is formally transferred to the buyer.