HERE ARE 10 RESOURCES YOU NEED WHEN SELLING A HOME

MORTGAGE LENDER - Getting preapproved by a lender for a mortgage helps you shop for homes within your means and shows you’re a serious buyer. A lender can estimate how much mortgage you’ll likely qualify for and preliminary loan terms.

PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER

-Homes that use a professional photographer sell faster than homes with standard photos. Homebuyers judge whether or not to walk through a property by first seeing the listing photos online.

HOME STAGER - Home staging helps to prepare your home to sell so it appeals to the most potential buyers who will pay the highest possible price. They will give you advice on decluttering and can provide furniture and accessories if needed.

HOME INSPECTOR - Having a Home Inspection prior to selling lets you know of any issues and what repairs you should make to help improve the buyer’s confidence. There is also less likelihood of price negotiations.

HOME WARRANTY - Offering a home warranty will give your buyers comfort knowing that issues that may arise, such as appliance malfunction, HVAC, plumbing etc are covered by just a small service fee (some restrictions may apply).

INSURANCE - If you are purchasing another home Mortgage lenders require homeowners insurance. You also deserve peace of mind knowing that your most expensive purchase is protected.

TITLE COMPANY - Title companies do a title search which is an examination of public records to determine and confirm a property’s legal ownership, and to find out whether there are any liens or claims on the property.

ATTORNEY - Real estate att orneys help oversee home sales, from t he moment the contract is signed through the negotiating period to closing. A seller’s attorney reviews sales contracts, communicates terms in a professional manner and attends closings to prevent mishaps.

MOVING & STORAGE - Hiring professional movers offloads the stresses of packing, heavy-lifting, and transporting and is well worth the money spent. For others, saving that money through a doit-yourself move is the way to go. There are also ways to mix-andmatch your services to get the help you really need

HOME SERVICES - You may need t o freshen up your home with minor repairs, paint, flooring or landscaping before selling your home. It is good to have some resources before selling. Your REALTOR can usually give you some home services referrals.