It’s More Than Putting A Sign On Your Lawn.
Just as much goes into selling a home as it does into buying one.
It’s a bit of a science
Since 2008, Hodgins Home Team has been helping Windsor Essex County residents sell their homes and guiding them through every step of the process. From showing you how to increase the appeal of your home and setting a price that will maximize your profitability to discussing offers and closing the sale. Below, you’ll find it all outlined in eight simple steps.
Step 7: Home Closing Process Closing day is the day you officially take ownership of your new home. It’s an exciting time for sure. But there are a couple of details you need to keep in mind before you get handed the keys: • Closing costs – these fees need to be paid by or on the closing day and include mortgage application fees, inspections, legal fees, insurance, registration and more. All these costs might make your head spin. But you can take solace in the fact that Scott and jamie will be a great help in managing all of this and get you to your last step…
Step 8: Home Moving Tips The day has arrived. And although there’s bound to be a bit of sadness about leaving your old home behind, there will be just as much excitement moving into your new one. Here are some tips for a smooth move: • Make a moving checklist that details a plan for things that need to be done weeks before you move all the way up to moving day itself • Plan for packing by clearly labeling boxes with the rooms in which they belong. You might even want to provide a small floor plan for the movers so they know exactly where to take them • Make sure you get competitive quotes from reliable moving companies. Or, to save money, find out how much it would cost to hire a moving van yourself (And bribe your friends to help you) • Cancel your cable and utilities and transfer any rented appliances (like water heater or furnace) to the new homeowners. While you’re at it, make sure to have the gas, electricity, cable and phone hooked up at your new home • Inform your key contacts – work,…
