Where Closing Is Just The Beginning
Congratulations on taking the next step toward selling your home!
We want to get to know you, so we can ensure that your needs are being met at every point of your closing experience and beyond. At Southern Title Services, we are ready to respond quickly to answer your questions and meet your needs while providing valuable guidance throughout the closing process and giving you the peace of mind that your transaction is being handled in the best way possible. We have all the information needed to help your real estate transaction move smoothly when selling your home.
HOMESELLERS GUIDE
Is your house too small? Too big? Whatever the reason, you want to sell. Your home is typically your biggest asset, and this sale must be done right.
Getting Your Home Ready To Sell
The first step is getting your home ready to sell. One of the most important things you can do is to "depersonalize" your home. Depersonalizing your home allows a potential buyer to imagine your house could be their "home." Remove family photos, sports trophies, collectible items, knick-knacks, and souvenirs. Part of preparing a house for sale is removing the "clutter." Remember when you first looked at your new home? You opened the cabinets, pulled the drawers, and opened closet doors. Your buyers will be doing the same thing, so getting rid of the extra stuff that has gathered over the years, will help your house look ready for its next owner. Areas that require extra attention are:
Hire A Real Estate Agent
Selling a real estate agent is one of the most important decisions when selling your home. It is imperative that you seek advice from someone who "sells" houses for a living. Working with professional real estate agents is beneficial for several reasons:
Showing Your House To Potential Buyers
Our house should always be ready for potential buyers, even though it may occasionally be inconvenient for you. Most agents will call and give you at least a couple of hours' notice before showing your property. Make it a habit to leave the house whenever there's a showing. Potential homebuyers may not feel comfortable if you are home when they visit. When you know someone is coming by to view the home, turn on all the indoor and outdoor lights – even during the day. At night, a lit house gives a warm, inviting impression when viewed from the street. During the daytime, turning on the lights prevents harsh shadows from sunlight, and it brightens up any dim areas. Your house will look more receptive to the buyers.
The Contract
A valid real estate contract must be in writing by the buyer and accepted by the seller. All parties to the contract must be legally competent to do business. Everything in the offering contract is negotiable.
When everyone has agreed to the terms, initialed the changes, and signed the contracts, you've got an agreement binding on all parties. All that remains is removing contingency clauses, securing financing, and clearing the title.
Preparing For Closing
One of the most important decisions at this point of the process is selecting a Title Company. The title agent is the central point of contact during the closing process. It is essential to choose a title professional who is ethical, detail-oriented, and efficient. After signing the contract, several steps occur before ownership of the property can be transferred, including inspections, title searches, and examinations. As part of our service, the professionals at Southern Title Services will order payoff statements, surveys, and estoppel letters from the homeowner's association. Once the inspections and title searches are complete and all parties are satisfied, the closing is scheduled. The title agent prepares the settlement statement and closing documents and facilitates the closing. By selecting Southern Title Services, you can expect your closing to be a pleasant experience.
We'll take care of the closing details, leaving you the time and peace of mind to enjoy your new home!