Seller's Guide

A Step-by-Step First Time Seller's Guide

Putting your home on the market can be a stressful process, especially when you don’t know what to expect. Fortunately, with the help of an experienced team of real estate agents and this easy to follow guide, you can smoothly complete the process. Following these steps will help you prepare so you can get organized and sell your home for the best price possible.​​​​​​​

Why Sell With Us?

Making the decision to sell your home can feel overwhelming as questions swirl through your mind: Where do I start? How do I get my house prepared? Should I use a real estate agent? What real estate agent should I use?

Are you interested in determining your home’s current market value? Or would you like to set up a consultation call or appointment?

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Step 1: Initial Evaluation

During this meeting I will walk through the property, evaluate the condition of the home, note any potential repairs, and discuss any value-add upgrades you’ve made throughout your home ownership.

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Step 2: Behind The Scenes

Using the information from the initial evaluation as well as extensive research and knowledge of the market, I complete a formal Comparative Market Analysis where I evaluate comparable homes to formulate a listing price range.

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Step 3: Position Meeting

Utilizing the information above as well as your goals, together we develop a competitive list price and discuss your closing costs as a seller.

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Step 4: Preparing Your Home

I explain my marketing strategies, as well as go through steps with you to prepare your home for the market. We will work through staging, any necessary repairs, and questions that you may have leading up to formally listing the property. Then, I will have professional photographs of the property taken, in addition to 3D tours and videos

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Step 5: List

Using Multiple Listing Service (MLS) your property will be populated to all websites including (but not limited to) Compass.com, Realtor.com, Zillow.com, Trulia.com.

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Step 6: Marketing

E-mail campaigns, Social Media advertisements of “Coming Soon” and “New Listing” posts, print advertisements, mailers, and digital advertisements such as Flipping Book brochures.

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Step 7: Active

We will begin showings using “Showingtime” where you control appointments (accept, cancel, propose new times). As needed and agreed upon, I will host brokers’ open houses, public open houses, virtual tours, and video tours.

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Step 8: Communication

Potential buyers will add feedback after showings. I will continue to communicate information that other agents provide as well. We will use this information to evaluate market positioning as needed.

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Step 9: Negotiations

Depending on the situation, since each transaction is unique, I will explain and present offer(s), negotiate terms for you, and ultimately, accept the offer you choose.

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Step 10: Escrow

During this time, the buyer will conduct home inspections and send a repair request list. I will walk you through their repair requests and help you determine which repairs you are willing to do.

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Step 11: Closing

I will help you prepare and estimate closing costs, as well as walk you through what to expect at the closing table.

Congratulations, together we sold your home!

Once you have sold your home, you’re free to take the next step on your journey. Whether this is relocating to a new city, moving into a larger home, or downsizing and enjoying your life as empty-nesters, knowing all your selling responsibilities have been taken care of will help you achieve peace of mind for your new path.

Partner With Our Expert Team

Buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction—it’s a life transition. At The Colleen Hadden Group, we combine local expertise, strong advocacy, and genuine care to make the process smooth, informed, and stress-free. Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, we’re here to guide, support, and celebrate with you every step of the way.

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