Listing your home is a big first step, but what comes next? Whether you’re a first-time seller or just haven’t gone through the process in a while, understanding the journey from listing to closing can help reduce stress and make sure you’re prepared at every turn. At Konter Realty, we guide you through each phase so nothing catches you off guard.
Step 1: Showings and Open Houses
Once your home is listed, prospective buyers will begin scheduling showings. Your real estate agent will coordinate these and may also recommend holding one or more open houses to attract interest. It’s important to keep your home clean and staged during this time to make a strong impression.
Step 2: Receiving and Negotiating Offers
With interest comes offers, sometimes even multiple. Each one includes not only a proposed purchase price but also details about financing, contingencies, and closing timelines. Your agent will help you evaluate each offer strategically and negotiate on your behalf to get the best possible terms.
Step 3: Accepting an Offer
Once you accept an offer, you enter into a purchase agreement with the buyer. This agreement is legally binding and outlines all the details of the sale, including contingencies such as inspections or financing approval.
Step 4: Inspections and Appraisals
The buyer will typically arrange a home inspection to check for any underlying issues. Depending on the results, they may request repairs or credits. If the buyer is using a loan, their lender will also order an appraisal to confirm the home’s value.
Step 5: Contingency Resolution
After inspections and appraisals, both parties work to resolve any outstanding contingencies. If everything checks out, the sale moves forward. If not, negotiations may reopen or, in rare cases, the deal could fall through.
Step 6: Final Walkthrough and Closing
Just before closing, the buyer will do a final walkthrough to ensure the home is in the agreed-upon condition. Then comes the closing day, a meeting where all documents are signed, the title is transferred, and you officially hand over the keys.
Step 7: Celebrate Your Sale
Once the funds are transferred and the paperwork is filed, congratulations! You’ve successfully sold your home. Time to celebrate or maybe start house hunting again.
At Kontor Realty, we don’t just list your home; we walk with you every step of the way. Let’s make your next move smooth, strategic, and stress-free.
