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Eva Levy Realty

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Selling your home can be a complex process requiring a lot of paperwork and different moving parts. Whether it is your primary residence, second home or investment property, whilst there is a different emotional attachment and some aspects may be the same, such as the paperwork, some others may differ such as taxation.

Preparing the Property for Sale

  • Property Evaluation: Steps to evaluate your property’s condition and market value as well as recommend an inspection to be done to uncover any potential issues, have a vantage point when it comes to negotiating and clarify contingencies.
  • Home Improvements: Recommendations for repairs, renovations, or upgrades to increase property value.
  • Staging the Property: Tips for staging your home to appeal to potential buyers (e.g., decluttering, neutral décor, enhancing curb appeal).
  • Photography and Virtual Tours: Having professional photos is important to showcase your house properly and virtual tours in marketing the property.


Setting the Right Price

  • Market Research: Market research to understand local property values based on properties that sold around your neighborhood/area within the last 6 months.
  • Pricing Strategy: Discuss various pricing strategies, such as pricing slightly below market value to attract offers.


Marketing Your Property

  • Creating a Listing: We creat a property listing, including descriptions and features through our online platform of the Multiple Listing Services (MLS) that broadcasts to multiple listing sites such as Realtor.com, Zillow, Trulia, Homes.com to mention a few. 
  • Traditional Marketing: Using signs, flyers, and print ads to reach local buyers.
  • Open Houses: We organize and host open houses to attract buyers.


Negotiating Offers

  • Reviewing Offers: We evaluate offers, including financial contingencies, closing timeline, and buyer’s qualifications.
  • Counteroffers: Strategies for making counteroffers to achieve your desired sale price.
  • Handling Multiple Offers: Best practices for dealing with multiple offers, including bidding wars. We present all offers to the owners.


Legal Considerations

  • Disclosures: Required property disclosures (e.g., lead paint, water damage, neighborhood conditions).
  • Contracts: Understanding the key elements of a sales contract, including contingencies and closing conditions.
  • Compliance: We help ensure that the transaction complies with all local, state, and federal laws, reducing the risk of legal issues later.
  • Managing Inspections and Appraisals: We coordinate necessary inspections and appraisals, helping to resolve any issues that arise and ensuring that these steps are completed on time.



Closing the Sale

  • Closing Costs: Overview of typical closing costs for sellers. 
  • Closing Coordination: We assist with the closing process, making sure all final details are handled, funds are transferred, and the transaction is completed smoothly.
  • Move-out: Final walk through.
  • Settlement Process: What happens during the settlement process, including document signing, fund transfer, and property handover.
  • Post-Sale Obligations: Final tasks after the sale, such as canceling utilities, notifying homeowners insurance, and forwarding mail.


Taxes and Financial Considerations

  • Capital Gains Tax: Your accountant will assist in understanding capital gains tax implications and potential exemptions. 
  • Tax Deductions: Potential tax deductions related to selling a property, such as home improvements and selling expenses.
  • 1031 Exchange companies for investors.
  • FIRPTA withholdings for foreign sellers (non US residents/citizens)


Tips for a Smooth Sale

  • Flexibility: Importance of being flexible with showings and negotiations.
  • Communication: Maintaining clear and timely communication with all parties involved. 


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