Thinking of selling your home, get the answers to the most commonly asked questions. How do I determine the best price? When is the best time? What are the costs? Before you begin the selling process, really evaluate why you're moving, follow these guidelines and talk to your RE/MAX agent.
 
GETTING READY

Take control of the selling process - choosing the right RE/MAX agent, the listing, understanding the market conditions and determining the correct selling price. It's all easy when you're informed.

Do You Have All of the Necessary Documents Handy?

Gather the documents you'll need to sell your home.

    •    Mortgage documents: you may wish to meet with your loans officer to discuss transferring, discharging or paying out your mortgage. This is a good time to begin negotiations on the terms of your next mortgage.
    •    Property survey: be sure to inform your RE/MAX agent if there have been any changes to your property that could affect the accuracy of the survey.
    •    Your deed or transfer of title document.
    •    Tax assessment documents.
    •    Utility bills.
    •    Other claims relating to your home:
- separation agreement or court order
- will or probate documents
- liens
- unpaid judgments against you
- unpaid taxes
- unpaid utilities
- pending litigation
    •    Pertinent condominium documents (if you live in this type of home).
    •    Maintenance history (include repair receipts).
    •    Items and information that will make your home more marketable:
- photographs or videos of your home with the garden in bloom or your pool open and beautiful
- conceptual ideas for upgrades or renovations that you have considered