Selling Your Home with ELIKA Real Estate
Planning to sell your home? To make the process smoother and more successful, it’s important to prepare ahead of time. At ELIKA Real Estate, we’ve compiled a guide to help you navigate this journey.
Five Essential Guidelines for Sellers
Choosing the right agent is crucial for a successful sale. Your agent can help you price your home appropriately, advise you on timing, and guide you through the entire process. Pricing is key to attracting buyers and getting the best outcome. With the help of a trusted agent, you can set a price that reflects the market and your goals. Discuss timing and seasonality with your agent to ensure the best chance of selling your home. Meet with your accountant and lawyer to understand the financial implications of the sale. Take care of minor repairs, such as painting, re-grouting, and fixing leaks, to make your home more appealing to buyers.
Preparing Your Home for Listing
Once you’ve taken care of repairs, it’s important to have your home professionally cleaned. Consider staging your home to make it more attractive to potential buyers. A professional stager can help you optimize every room in your home so that buyers can more easily imagine themselves living there. Consider making small upgrades, such as improving lighting or updating appliances, to add value to your home.
Understanding Closing Costs
As you near the end of the selling process, it’s important to be aware of the closing costs you will face. These may include:
- Real estate attorney fees (usually at least $2,500)
- NYC and NYS transfer taxes
- Payoff bank fees, managing agent fees, and a broker commission of 6%
Before signing any documents, review them with your attorney to ensure you understand the costs and fees involved.
At ELIKA Real Estate, we can help you every step of the way. With our expertise and guidance, you can sell your home with confidence.