As anyone that has tried to sell a home on their own knows, selling a home can be complicated, time consuming, and occasionally frustrating.  There are many legalities to deal with, numerous paperwork elements to provide and maintain, managing appointments for showings, getting feedback that might help future showings, and from time to time, contentious personal feelings on the part of the potential buyer.  Professional experience, and a full time support staff, makes all of these matters much easier for Real Estate Brokerage to handle than the average home owner.  

Selling your home should not be a negative experience.  Your GMAC Real Estate Northwest Real Estate Agent is here to help you sell your home more quickly and easily by: 

• Helping you set the right price on your home to attract the right buyers and the agents who work with them
• Gathering data that will present your house and neighborhood in the best light
• Targeting the market with the most likely buyers
• Screening calls from people who may be more curious than serious about buying
• Showing your home to the best prospects
• Accessing an established local network and the GMAC Global Relocation Services
• Representing you during the offer process
• Doing the necessary paperwork and legwork
• Guiding you through closing

It Starts With You

Before the yard sign goes up, you and your GMAC Real Estate Northwest Real Estate Agent must do some homework.  Your agent’s expertise in selling real estate combined with the knowledge you have of your home is a winning combination.  The goal is to work together to attract buyers to your home.

Gather the Facts

Buyers want to know details, and having the answers is a powerful sales tool for your GMAC Real Estate Northwest Real Estate Agent. Your Real Estate Agent will ask you lots of questions in order to create a customized listing and marketing plan that targets the correct buyer. 

A little prep work on your end will make the process go smoothly.  You can help your GMAC Real Estate Northwest Real Estate Agent by providing the following information:

• The legal description of the property.
• The number of rooms and their sizes.
• A list of things not attached to the house that you’re offering for sale, such as hot tubs, swing sets, etc.
• Past utility bills, property taxes, and insurance.
• Information about your mortgage including the type, terms and assumability.
• Financing assistance, potentially through your own lender.
• Any liens or assessments against the property.
•  If you live in a condominium or townhouse, include a copy of the association’s declaration, bylaws, and financial statement, monthly fees and special assessments.
• Point out special items or improvements about the house that might otherwise be missed or taken for granted.
• The positive points about your neighborhood, such as demographic information and proximity to services, shopping, schools, and other areas.
• Be prepared to complete a Sellers Property Disclosure which identifies any known material defects.