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101 Things We Do For Our Buyers!
At Don and Ashley Real Estate, we’ve got your back from the get-go as we treat every home as if it were our own. First things first, we dive into researching your property to get a real understanding of its standout features and how it fits into Tucson’s ever-changing real estate scene. Then, we run a comparative market analysis to make sure we’re setting a price that not only feels right, but grabs the attention of potential buyers.
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Selling your home can be one of the biggest decisions in your life, so we’ll sit down and walk you through what to expect along the way. We’ve created a handy pre-listing kit that breaks down the selling process so you can understand the process from start to finish. During a tour of your home, we’ll take note of all features and brainstorm ways to make your property really stand out!
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Once we’ve nailed down the perfect pricing strategy, it’s time to make things official. With the listing agreement signed, your home will be market-ready and good to go!
Pre-Purchase
1. Meet with buyer to ascertain Needs
2. Educate The Buyer On The Home Purchase Process
3. Discuss Agency Representation
4. Complete All Agency Disclosure Forms
5. Explain Employment Form(s) And Execute Agreements
6. Garner Ideal Dream Home Criteria
7. Help Buyer Find The Right Home
8. Create MLS Search Subscription
9. Arrange Connection With A Lender If One Is Needed
10. Obtain Prequalification Documentation From Lender
11. Obtain Proof Of Funds If Cash Buyer
12. Revise Search Subscription Criteria If Needed
13. Preview Properties
14. Prepare The Buyer For House Hunting
15. Arrange Plan For Showing Homes
16. Follow Showing Instructions And Make Appropriate Calls
17. Honor All Showing Appointments
18. Show Buyer Available Homes For Sale
19. Discuss Pros And Cons Of Viewed Homes
20. Assist Buyer With Decisions
Making An Offer To Purchase
21. Provide Buyer With Comparable Property Information
22. Review Available Neighborhood Data
23. Review Offer To Purchase Contract Form(s)
24. Assist Buyer In Defining Desirable Terms and Conditions
25. Assist Buyer In Ascertaining Offer Price
26. Ensure Contract Is Written To Buyer’s Satisfaction
27. Obtain Buyer Signature(s)
28. Present Offer To Listing Agent/Seller
29. Present Seller Response To Buyer
30. Discuss Options With Buyer In The Event Of A Counter
31. Negotiate On Behalf Of Buyer
32. Obtain All Signatures For An Accepted Offer
Contract To Closing
33. Open File With Broker
34. Ensure Earnest Money Is Deposited
35. Encourage Buyer To Complete Loan Application
36. Follow Up With Lender Consistently For Loan Status Updates
37. Obtain All Seller Property Disclosure Documents
38. Have Buyer Review All Disclosure Documents
39. Assist Buyer In Satisfying Questions Due To Disclosures Made
40. Assist Buyer In Obtaining Homeowner Insurance
41. Complete Required Property Verification Reports
42. Review Preliminary Title Reports With Buyer
43. Assist Buyer In Selecting Inspectors
44. Schedule All Inspections
45. Attend All Inspections
46. Review All Inspection Reports With Buyer
47. Assist Buyer In Prioritizing Repair/Replacement Items
48. Prepare Request For Repairs (If Any) With Buyer
49. Present Buyer Request To Listing Agent/Seller
50. Monitor Timeline For Seller Response
51. Receive Seller Response And Review With Buyer
52. Explain Options To Buyer
53. Prepare Buyer Response To Seller
54. Deliver Buyer Response To Seller
55. Obtain All Signatures For Finalization Of Due Diligence Period
56. Ensure That Homeowner Association Documents Were Ordered
57. Verify Receipt of HOA Documentation
58. Review HOA Documents With Buyer
59. Ensure Lender Has Ordered Appraisal
60. Follow Up On Appraisal Valuation
61. Inform Buyer of Appraisal Valuation
62. Inform Listing Agent Appraisal Process Is Complete
63. Negotiate On Buyer’s Behalf On Appraisal Issues If Any
64. Monitor Completion Of Negotiated Repair/Replace Items
65. Ensure Seller Delivers All Paid Receipts
66. Arrange For Home Inspector Re-Visit If Buyer Requests It
67. Ensure Buyer Has Completed Loan Application Requirements
68. Know When Loan File Has Been Sent To Underwriting
69. Ensure Buyer Has Obtained Final Loan Approval
70. Follow Up With Lender On Timeline For Closing Disclosures
71. Ensure Loan Documents Will Be Processed For On Time Closing
72. Meet All Contract Timelines
73. Consistently Communicate With Seller’s Agent
74. Address Concerns To Preempt Any Problems
75. Ensure Escrow/Title/Attorney Has All Necessary Documents
76. Verify Lender’s Documents Arrive For Signing
77. Ensure All Conditions To Close Prior To Recordation Are Met
78. Review Relevant Documents
79. Inform Buyer Of Funds Needed To Close
80. Advise Buyer How To Prevent Wire Fraud
81. Ensure Buyer Has Wire Transfer Instructions
82. Set Appointment For Buyer Signing
83. Advise Buyer Of Signing Date And Time And Required Items
84. Coordinate Final Walkthrough Appointment
85. Attend Final Walkthrough With Buyer
86. Address/Resolve Any Concerns Discovered During Walkthrough
87. Attend Buyer Signing
88. Ensure Mailout Of Documents Is Complete When Needed
89. Verify that Seller Is Compliant With Move Out Requirements
90. Assist Buyer With Any Moving Questions Or Concerns
91. Remind Buyer To Order Utilities Turned On
92. Ensure Keys, Garage Door Openers, Etc Are Left At Property
93. Inform Buyer Of Recordation Of Title Transfer
Closing And Beyond
94. Deliver Keys To Buyer
95. Welcome Buyer To Homeownership
96. Verify That Keysafe Has Been Removed
97. Verify That Sign Has Been Removed
98. Connect Buyer With Vendor Who Can Re- Key The Locks
99. Follow Up With Buyer On Post Closing Issues Within 1 st Week
100. Follow Up With Buyer On Post Closing Issues In The 2 nd Week
101. Conduct Consistent After Sale Follow Up
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