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Hello Homeseller,

Selling your home is a big decision! Whether it’s your first time selling or you’ve done it before, this process represents a major transition—both financially and emotionally. My goal as your real estate agent is to make this journey smooth and successful. I’ll work to get your home sold at the best price, in the shortest time possible, while guiding you through each step.

One advantage of working with me is access to a network of professionals—whether it's home staging, repairs, or title services. This page is designed to be a resource for you as a home seller, filled with information to help you along the way. So take a look around and let’s get started.

If you have any immediate questions, don’t hesitate to reach out via text, call, or email.

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Jackie Cross

714-443-1685

jackie.cross@exprealty.com

"How do I prepare to sell my home?"

This is a loaded question that I receive very often and am always happy to help with. This page is designed to be a resource to help you get answers to this question and ones like it.

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Find YOUR Agent

Since you are here, I'd say you've probably already found her. 😉 To get started as one of my clients, take a few minutes to fill out the questionnaires located below.

After I get your information and details about your situation, I'll be in touch to either schedule a consultation or share other next steps depending on your situation.

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Prepare Your Home

How you prepare your home will depend heavily on your situation. When we do a consultation, I will discuss what repairs will give the best return on investment and what a buyer for your home would likely look for. That said, a good place to start is by getting rid of clutter in your home. No matter the situation, having a clean and decluttered property will have a positive effect on everyone's experiance as you sell your lovely home.

03

Documents & Disclosures

Before your home gets listed for sale, you will need to take some time to fill out some disclosure documents (which I will provide) and it is advised that you compile any transferable warranties, home repair invoices and other documents that will help potential buyers understand the history and condition of your home. Most real estate lawsuits in residential sales start over non-disclosure or misrepresentation of properties and their features.

04

Marketing & Showings

A large part of my job as your agent is to market your property and manage showings. I will work with you to ensure your home is viewed by as many prospective buyers as possible and that is shows well. 

05

Review Offers

When reviewing offers it is important to understand that there are over two dozen negotiable items in the contract and over 30 ways Buyers and their agents can put out's into the contract to protect themselves. In this way, there are many things that need to be reviewed and considered in order to protect your time and bottom line. 

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The Contract Period

This is usually a 21-40 day period during which all parties work towards fulfilling the terms of the contract. During this time, I will help you be preparing the home for inspections, addressing repair requests, and ensure all agreed-upon conditions are met.

07

Closing & Moving Forward

At the end of your contract period, you’ll have Closing Day. Typically, you’ll meet at the Title Company’s office where a notary will guide you through signing the closing documents. Take your time, ask any questions, and make sure everything is clear before signing. Don’t forget to bring your ID, and ensure your signature is consistent across all documents. In some cases, the notary can meet you at an alternate location if needed. 

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After all parties have completed their closing, escrow will wait until the transaction has funded (which usually takes 2-4 hours) before releasing the keys to the Buyer. Once funding is complete, the sale is official.

08

Take a Breath

You're home has sold and you are off to your next adventure. Take a moment to celebrate your sale.

Are you ready to start your homeselling journey?

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