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The Interview
We will meet to discuss your plans and goals for selling your home, trends in the current marketplace, and assess your property’s qualities and characteristics. I will analyze comparable property sales, and work with you to determine pricing. Together, we'll outline a strategic marketing plan to achieve the best possible result when selling your home.
Home Sellers Guide
I created this free resource to help guide you through the entire process of selling your home, from preparation, to marketing, all the way to settlement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Exclusive Right to Sell Agreement?
An Exclusive Right to Sell Agreement is a contract between a home seller and a Realtor, granting the agent the exclusive right to market and sell the property. This agreement ensures that the agent will work diligently to sell your home.
Why should I sign an Exclusive Right to Sell Agreement?
Signing this agreement provides assurance that your Realtor will prioritize the sale of your property, utilizing their expertise in marketing, negotiating, and managing the entire selling process.
How is my Realtor compensated in an Exclusive Right to Sell Agreement?
The Realtor’s commission is usually a percentage of the sale price and is negotiated upfront. This fee is typically paid from the proceeds at closing. It’s important to discuss and agree upon the commission rate with your Realtor before signing the agreement.
Do I need to offer compensation to the buyer's agent?
Offering compensation to the buyer’s agent is common practice and can make your property more attractive to potential buyers. The specific amount is negotiable and will be discussed with your Realtor to determine the best strategy for selling your home.
What happens if I find a buyer on my own?
Typically, if you find a buyer on your own, the terms of the agreement still apply, and you may be responsible for paying the agreed-upon commission. It’s essential to clarify this aspect with your Realtor.
How long does an Exclusive Right to Sell Agreement last?
The duration of the agreement is specified in the contract and can vary. It usually lasts for several months but can be adjusted based on your needs and market conditions.
Can I negotiate the terms of the Exclusive Right to Sell Agreement?
Yes, many terms in the agreement are negotiable. You can discuss and modify aspects such as the duration of the agreement, the commission rate, and specific marketing strategies.
What is a protection period in the Exclusive Right to Sell Agreement?
A protection period is a time frame after the agreement expires during which the Realtor is still entitled to a commission if the property is sold to a buyer they procured. This protects the agent’s efforts and investment in marketing your home.
Can I work directly with the buyer's agent to sell my home?
While you can work directly with the buyer’s agent, remember that the buyer’s agent represents the buyer’s interests. This can lead to potential conflicts of interest and a lack of impartial advice. Having your own listing agent ensures that your interests are prioritized and you receive expert guidance throughout the transaction.
What is a subagent in a real estate transaction?
A subagent is a cooperating agent who shows your property to potential buyers but still represents your interests as the seller. This arrangement can increase your property’s exposure while ensuring your needs are prioritized throughout the transaction.
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Preparing The Home
The first-step in the selling process is to increase the visual appearance and improve the condition of your home so that it appeals to potential homebuyers. From applying a fresh coat of paint to rearranging furniture, I will work with you to ensure the property is visually ready to make the right first impression with buyers.
Pre-listing Home Improvements
Curbio fronts the costs of services that can increase the value of your home and ease the financial burdens of your move. From staging, to painting, to cosmetic renovations, there will be no payment collected until your home sells.
Services may include:
- Painting
- Electrical & plumbing repairs
- Roof repairs
- Pest control
- Landscaping
- Junk removal
- Cabinet refinishing
- Flooring updates
- Countertop replacements
- Backsplash installation
- Tile reglazing
- Wallpaper removal
- Repairs
- Wall removals and additions
- Cabinet installation
- New roof
- Kitchen remodels
- Bathroom remodels
- Basement/attic finishing
- Decks and fences
- Bathroom additions
- Electrical rerouting
- Flooring updates
- Flooring refinishing
- Deep cleaning
- Hardware swaps
- Staging
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Spreading the Word
Your property listing is showcased on the MLS and sent across our 100+ partner sites for the duration of the selling process. An intelligent, effective marketing campaign is deployed that combines beautiful print and digital collateral to strategically showcase your home. I will continuously leverage my professional network to find ideal buyers and brokers. Open houses are hosted for both brokers and clients on an ongoing basis.
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Receiving & Negotiating Offers
Once an offer is made, I will contact you to review the terms of the offer and to analyze the pros and cons. Together I will help you decide how to respond to the buyer in one of several ways: by accepting the offer, rejecting the offer, or making a counter offer. The contract is negotiated and accepted, and the transaction summary is circulated to all parties.
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Completing the Close
My team and I will observe and record all contingency periods throughout the under-contract stage. Typically a property appraisal and home inspection take place, and any further negotiations are managed. Once the buyer has performed inspections, removed their contingencies, and the loan (if any) is ready to fund, we'll arrange the final walk-through. Finally, at closing you will hand over keys to the buyer.
Key Terms
Assessment of the property’s market value, for the purpose
of obtaining a mortgage and performed by a licensed appraiser.
Value placed upon property for property tax purposes by the tax collector.
Expenses incidental to a sale of real estate, such as loan fees, appraisal fees, and title insurance.
The statement which lists the financial settlement between Buyer and Seller, and the costs each must pay.
Certain criteria that have to be met in order to finalize the sale.
The percentage of an individual’s monthly gross income relative to the amount of debt owed.
A good faith deposit the buyer makes with an offer to show that you are serious about buying the property. In exchange, the seller agrees to stop marketing the property.
The buyer reviews the house just before closing to make sure everything is in the same condition and that all home inspection items are fixed.
An expert conducts a formal review of the property to find visible issues that need to be repaired. Buyers typically make their offers contingent on an inspection, but sellers can conduct a pre-offer inspection to appeal to buyers. The buyer may choose to do additional inspections like radon and a sewer scope.
A background check on the property and the seller to ensure there are
no outstanding debts or claims upon the property.
Advanced approval from a bank or other lending institution for a home mortgage.
Potential buyers provide an overall financial picture and mortgage brokers provide an estimate of what level of loan you will likely be pre-approved for.
Insurance to protect the buyer and lender against losses arising from disputes over the ownership of a property.
A fee paid to the local government to officially report a sale of a home; usually paid by the buyer.
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He’s hands down the best agent we’ve ever worked with! James leveraged his local professional network and years of experience to ensure potential issues were accounted and planned for. He proactively addressed items that would have delayed closing and kept us informed through the whole process, from the first showing to the closing table. 100% recommend
I would highly recommend working with James. He was very professional, knowledgeable and went above and beyond to assist during the process of selling our condo.
James was very friendly, responsive and was easy to work with from day 1. He was able to simplify the process of selling our condo quickly. I would recommend working with him in all your real estate needs.
I can’t say enough about James and the support he provided as we worked through selling our Mother’s home. It was a difficult time with many unforeseen delays and James was NEVER pushy about getting things moving. James was sensitive to our challenges and was honest about what we needed to resolve in the home before we listed it. And he never pushed for us to spend marketing funds that he didn’t believe would truly help in selling the home. He was 100% supportive and immediately responded when we were ready to start moving again. James’s strategy for marketing and pricing the home was on point and we had a contract within 48 hours after the house went on the market. 100% recommend him if you’re looking to sell or buy!
James was dependable and attentive to our needs selling our house.
I have done 5+ transactions now with James and he has always done everything need on time, accurately, creatively come up with solutions when needed and offered advice when we had questions. Highly highly recommend!!
Real Estate agents are generally a scam… not James though! His creativity and personality made the recent sale of our home an absolute breeze. We ended up w/ multiple offers, and sold for nearly 10% over asking price. Much is this is due to James being so excellent.
From start to finish, James provided service beyond expectations, going above and beyond in every way. His professionalism, expertise, and dedication made what could have been a stressful experience smooth and seamless. Whether it was answering all of our questions, providing valuable insights, or being available whenever we needed him, he consistently went the extra mile. We can’t thank him enough for helping us navigate this journey, and I highly recommend him to anyone looking for exceptional real estate service! Thanks James!
Can’t say enough great things about James and his team. They were very responsive, professional, and made the home buying process seamless. Will definitely be using them again in the future!
James helped me purchase a home a few years ago. When it came time to sell the home, and navigate some very difficult circumstances, he was always there to help. He was able to list and sell the home quickly. James, I look forward to working with you again in the future. 😊
James is a Professional. The pictures, video and advertising were phenomenal. He communicates quickly and effectively, we sold our house for more than expected in less than a week. Definitely recommend his services.
James is amazing!!! We put our trust in James and with his guidance and expertise we had an offer on the day our home went on the market and we closed within the month. I highly recommend you contact James if you are thinking of buying or selling a house!!
I loved working with James to sell my house. His marketing was exceptional and resulted in multiple offers after only a few days on the market. He explained everything thoroughly and ensured the whole process from our initial meeting until settlement went smoothly. I couldn’t have asked for a better home selling experience.
Highly recommend James! He helped me with buying my first home. He is timely, knowledgeable, and professional. He took great care of us. We will definitely be using him again in the future.
Professional in every way, very knowledgeable of the current market, and great to work with. Would recommend his talent to help sell your home.
James was outstanding to work with- Always well organized and on top of everything when it came to selling our house! He made the process very smooth and sold our home in only 4 days! I would highly recommend him and compass to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!
I’m extremely satisfied with the results of my collaboration with James. What sets James apart is his adept use of skills honed during his tenure at an advertising agency, which he effectively employs to showcase your home online. Through innovative techniques like video presentations, he showcased my property in such a compelling manner that it sold at a price exceeding the listing and without any physical visits, all within just two days! Without a doubt, I’ll be turning to James for any future endeavors.
James Bowerman was our realtor when we recently sold an investment property. We thought there were lots of issues but James was undaunted by the challenge. He knew who to target and how to market the property to maximize exposure and potential. He kept us informed and was very responsive throughout the process. His calm demeanor, knowledge and confidence carried us through a challenging time. We think very highly of him and would enthusiastically recommend him as a realtor for any residential or investment property.
Selling my home after residing there for 38 years was both exciting and emotional. James was so helpful in providing me with all the information I needed in order to prepare for the sale and to sell the house. He was patient with my need to have details repeated and re-explained along the way. Everything went smoothly! Thank you for a positive experience James.