Don't walk away with less money than your home is worth! And remember, there is more to selling your home than finding a buyer. You want minimum hassle, the right price and terms, up-to-date paperwork, a smooth settlement, and more. The key to any successful real estate transaction is knowledge, so let me help you get started by sharing this Home Seller's Guide with you. Just click on the links for lots of helpful information.

PRE-SALE PREPARATION Deciding to Sell Should you sell your current home or buy a new one first? Factors That Impact Your Home Sale You can't control the economy, but you can control the condition of your home. Check the Market Educate yourself about interest rates and housing trends before you get started. Three Simple Steps to Selling a Home Find out what to expect when you get together with your real estate agent. Home Sellers' Quiz Test your home-selling IQ before you begin your home sale. Why RE/MAX? Selling your home is our only priority. Choosing Your Real Estate Agent Six criteria for choosing your real estate agent. Pricing Your Home Pricing your home is both an "art" and a "science". Dress Your House for Success Tips for preparing your home to sell. FINDING A BUYER Beware of Buyers' Agents Find out why buyers' agents are not your friends. CLUE Report - Frequently Asked Questions This could throw a wrench in your home purchase. Equal Opportunity - It's the Law! Fair housing laws apply to you. Learn more. Glossary of Real Estate Terms Understand the terminology used by real estate agents and mortgage lenders. Marketing Your Property in Today's Market New and old strategies for making buyers aware of your home. Showing Your Home Be prepared for buyers to view your home. Curb Appeal Counts You do not get a second chance to make a good first impression. Evaluating Offers on Your Home Six things to consider when you receive an offer on your home. Appraisals - Frequently Asked Questions The appraisal could be an issue in a changing market. Protect Your Family From Lead in Your Home Required reading for sellers and buyers of homes built before 1978 COMPLETING YOUR SALE Packing for Your Move Be sure to review these tips before you begin packing for your move Settlement - Frequently Asked Questions Explains the role of the title company in your home sale. Seller's Moving Checklist Don't overlook any detail as you prepare for your move. Moving With Kids Children require "special handling" when you move from one home to another. Moving With Pets Hints for helping your pets make a smooth transition to their new home. MORE INFORMATION FOR HOME SELLERS Past Clients' Home Selling Results The goals and results of some previous home buyers who chose Margaret as their Buyer's Agent. Realtor Code of Ethics The Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the National Association of REALTORS, effective January 2007 Save Thousands When You Sell Investment Property Frequently asked questions about 1031 Starker Tax Free Exchanges. Eight IRS Rules You Cannot Ignore Don't sell your rental property without reading this. Kid's Coloring Page When you talk to your small children about moving to a new home, print out this page for them to color. Realty Exchange Newsletter Updated information for sellers of residential investment property - IRS regulations, extensions for Florida tornado victims, etc.