"How long will it take to sell my house?" It's the first question most sellers ask me at Ellingson Properties—and the answer is: it depends.
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If you've never sold a home before, the title and escrow process can feel like a black box. What's happening behind the scenes? Who holds the money? What are all these fees?
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"Cathy, how do I know the people walking through my house are serious buyers?" It's a fair question—and one I take seriously at Ellingson Properties.
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"How will you market my home?" This is one of the first questions sellers ask me at Ellingson Properties—and for good reason. In today's digital world, marketing makes or breaks a sale.
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Getting multiple offers on your home is every seller's dream—but it's also where inexperienced agents make costly mistakes. The goal isn't just to pick the highest number; it's to choose the offer most likely to close.
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"Cathy, interest rates are at 7%—will my home still sell?" I get this question constantly at Ellingson Properties. The short answer? Yes, but rates absolutely affect buyer behavior and what they can afford.
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Pricing your home is part art, part science—and the biggest factor in how fast it sells. Price it too high, and it sits. Price it right, and you'll have multiple offers within days.
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You listed your home, and the first offer comes in—$20,000 below asking price. Your initial reaction? Probably offense. But before you reject it outright, let's talk strategy.
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Choosing a real estate agent is like hiring a business partner. This person will negotiate on your behalf, market your biggest asset, and guide you through a complex legal process. So how do you pick the right one?
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"We got an offer! Now what's this appraisal thing?" If you're selling your home, understanding appraisals is critical—because they can make or break your deal.
As a REALTOR at Ellingson Properties with 21 years of experience, I've navigated …
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