Listing your home
Every home is different and so is our approach. We will work with you to better understand your goals and craft a comprehensive plan based on your wants and needs.
Throughout the process, we will be there to provide support, guidance, and access to a great network of skilled handypeople, stagers, photographers, and contractors.
Once your home is live on the market we will make sure your house stands out with top-notch digital marketing and photography. Once you’ve accepted an offer, we will be there to advocate for you throughout the entire listing process to make it as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to list a home?
The best time to list your home is whenever you are ready. It sounds cheesy, but it’s true!
The market ebbs and flows with the changing of the seasons here in the Midwest.
Some Sellers may lean more towards listing their home in the spring or summer because there are usually more buyers out shopping, and you can potentially end up getting more money for your home. But, don’t let that deter you from listing in the fall or winter either! Every season has its own benefits.
The timing needs to feel right for you and your situation.
How long will it take to sell my home?
This will vary depending on a multitude of factors, but no matter what home you have, working with a thorough, detail-oriented listing agent goes a long way.
Housing inventory in recent years has been extremely low and can’t keep up with demand, which means that homes are selling quite quickly. Check out live data for the average days on market for single-family homes in the Twin Cities region here.
A strong strategy and professional marketing will help your house stand out amongst all the other fish in the sea and will play a huge factor in helping get it sold promptly.
How do I prepare my home for the market?
A good general first step is cleaning, decluttering, and moving out odds and ends.
After we have our in-depth listing meeting you will have a tangible list of tasks to complete before we hit the market. Depending on your home’s condition it may just be cleaning and decluttering, other times it can be painting and refinishing floors.
To note: not every home improvement project will add value back to your home. Always chat with your Realtor before tackling a big project!
What are other additional expenses to consider?
You can anticipate tackling some maintenance items, small projects to prepare your home for the market, or hiring a stager (if applicable).
The largest investment will typically be the listing fee from your Realtor. In most transactions, the Seller pays the full commission out to both the listing agent and the buyer’s agent. You’ll also have some miscellaneous closing and recording fees due at closing.
Kind words
“Mariah is the best of the best. Friendly, inclusive, knowledgeable, honest and sincere. It’s so great to find someone with a passion for what they do and to act as a great support system for such a personal experience. Can’t recommend enough!” – Heidi B