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Chapter 7

The Home Selling Process
From Start To Finish
Step 1: Preparing to put your
home on the market.
There are several steps that you need to take in order to
prepare your property for showing. The time-consuming part is
why I suggest that you give yourself a little stint between actually
deciding to sell and putting a sign out front.
Lots and Lots of Paperwork. One of the very first items
you’re going to want to check off is getting all appropriate
paperwork in order. The list is a bit extensive, and is by no means
an ‘across the board’ kind of deal.
Precisely what you need often varies by state. Even worse is
the fact that it just as often varies by county. The best way to find
out exactly what you need is to check with a local real estate
agent.
Of course, I am always at your disposal and can help you
sort out what you need for all of my surrounding areas. Just give
me a ring, and I’ll help you out.
Dig Out Your Title Insurance Policy. Be prepared to
provide proof of your title insurance. Most mortgage companies
require that you present this before loan approval can be made, so
it is advantageous to have it within arm’s reach before you
actually nail down a buyer.
Title insurance can be tricky business, and a professional
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