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home seller's
Roadmap
finding a great agent
A real estate agent is a huge asset to you as you you go through the home-selling process. They will serve as your expert guide and negotiator always working on your behalf.
establish a price
One of the most important factors in a successful home sale is your listing price. Your real estate agent should be an expert and someone who can help you set the perfect starting price for your home.
prepare your home
There are many quick and inexpensive things you can do to increase the likeliness of selling. Try things like decluttering, pulling weeds, fixing leaky faucets and putting family photos out of sight.
marketing
Once your home is ready to sell, the goal is to get it in front of as many buyers as possible. The best marketed homes have beautiful photos and compelling listing descriptions that draw in potential buyers.
listing
Your home is officially on the market - congratulations! Your agent will be busy getting your listing in front of potential buyers.
showings
The most important thing to keep in mind while showing your home is flexibility. Keep a daily to-do list so you are ready to leave at a moment’s notice.
offers & negotiations
You may receive multiple offers if your home is priced competitively. Be prepared to negotiate. It can sometimes take a couple of counter-offers before an agreement is made.
under contract
An offer becomes binding when the buyer and seller agree to the terms. You will still need a home inspection, title search, and a survey of the property. The buyer needs to have an inspection within 24 hours of the closing on the house.
final details
This is a great time to get started packing. Make sure to keep current on insurances. Also be prepared as delays can happen.
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closing
During the closing, the deed is delivered to the buyer, the title is transferred, financing documents and title insurance policies are exchanged, and the agreed-on costs are paid.
Final documents are then signed.
Congratulations
on selling your home!
real estate
Terms
appraisal
The appraisal is the value given to a property based on comparable properties that have recently sold. This is typically required by the lender in order to decide if the requested loan amount is in alignment with the value of the property.
contingency
When an offer is accepted by the seller, but there are certain conditions that must be met before the sale is final.
home inspections
An inspection is a professional examination of the property's condition. Your agent can recommend a qualified home inspector for you.
MLS
The Multiple Listing Service (MLS) is a database for real estate brokers who plan to sell houses. If you are a seller, the MLS will help you sell your house faster because it is open to more people and they can see what other houses look like in that area.
closing cost
The fees that are paid at the end of the purchase by either the buyer, seller or both. These include taxes, insurance and lender expenses.
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As a Florida native, Sonja has been a resident of and worked across the Emerald Coast for the past 20 years. As the wife of a military veteran, she feels blessed to be able to call Northwest Florida her forever home. Sonja is an outdoors enthusiast, she spends her free time hiking, fishing, and enjoying all of the natural beauty Florida has to offer. She is eager to help all future home/land sellers to get the most for their piece of the Panhandle. As a local real estate expert, she knows the best strategies to get your place SOLD.
Phone Number
850.733.7071
Mailing Address
321 Harbor Blvd Destin Fl 32541
Email Address
sellandbuy850@gmail.com
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What The Sellers Typically Are Responsible For
Fees Due From The Seller At Closing
Closing costs: doc stamps on deed, title fees, prorated taxes and insurance, mortgage balance, solar panels, etc.
Keeping The House In Good, Clean Condition
Accommodating Showings
Complying With All Contractual Agreements and Timelines
Not Making ANY Un- Requested Changes To The Property While Under Contract
UPON REQUEST, I can work up a NET SHEET to show fees and what you can expect to walk away with:)
Throughout the transaction, I will be looking for ways to save you money and keep the process as simple, where ever possible.
SELLERS FEES
What The BUYERS Typically Are Responsible For
A 1% EMD Earnest Money Deposit Is Due With In 72 Hrs. Of An Accepted Offer
Fees that are due at time of service, before closing :
$400-850 - General Home inspection (recommended but optional)
$150 Usually less - WDO Inspection report (Only due with certain lenders/Loans Like VA) + Reinspection if issue is found and fixed -Usually under $100 for Reinspection.
$ 120 +/- -4 Point inspection (usually required for insurance) + Re-inspection if issue is found and fixed -Usually under $100 for Reinspection.
$130Usually less - Wind Mitigation Usually (required by insurance)Re-inspection if issue is found and fixed -Usually under $100 for Reinspection.
$400-$1000 - Survey (The sellers may have one)
$400 - $850 - Appraisal (Required when financing) Lender orders this. This is usually billed to be paid at closing
Buyers Closing Costs: title fees, prorated taxes and insurance, loan origination fees
BUYERS FEES
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Phone Number
850.733.7071
Mailing Address
321 Harbor Blvd Destin Fl 32541
Email Address
sellandbuy850@gmail.com