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Charleston Buy & Sell Advice

Steps in the Typical Buying Process

1. Identify the Area in Which You Wish to Live
2. Identify the Specific Considerations
   1. Price
   2. Size
   3. Transportation
   4. Schools
   5. Medical/Healthcare
   6. Shopping/Grocery Stores
   7. Amenities/Recreational Facilities
3. House Search
   1. Target List Developed
   2. Financing Pre-Approved
   3. Houses Toured
   4. Offer Made and Negotiated
   5. Inspections Arranged and Completed
   6. Repair List Compiled
   7. Closing Attorney Retained

Steps When Selling Your Home

1. Interview listing agent - Review licensing qualifications, experience, services
2. Pricing & Market Info
   1. Request a Competitive Market Analysis
   2. Establish a Realistic Asking Price
   3. Discuss Marketing Materials and Procedures
3. Documentation & Legal
   1. Prepare Property – Stage for maximum appeal
   2. Listing Documents - Draw up and be sure to understand them thoroughly
   3. Be Proactive – Participate in the marketing by making the house available and ready to show. Buyers have a lot to choose from and are very particular about condition and sate of repair
4. Closing
   1. Timing - Be ready to move quickly when a qualified buyer makes the right offer