mortgage survey or boundary survey. These help prove you didn’t accidentally build your fence on your neighbor’s prize-winning azaleas. • Disclosure statements: Lead paint, termite drama, ghosts—some states require you to spill the tea. A real estate agent (like me ) or an attorney can tell you what your area demands. • Pre-inspection report: Not required, but smart. Find out about sneaky problems now so you’re not blindsided when a buyer’s inspector discovers that your “quirky bathroom leak” is actually structural despair. Want to make buyers feel warm and fuzzy about your house? Throw in a home warranty. For a few hundred bucks, you’re saying, “Hey, if something breaks after you move in, it’s not your problem (at least for the first year).” That’s called peace of mind—and it’s a great way to stand out. Step 2: Marketing—Because Your House Deserves a Spotlight, Not a Sticky Note So now you’re organized, the paperwork’s ready, and your house is clean enough to perform surgery in. It’s time to make sure the world knows you’re selling. ? Home Warranty = Instant Buyer Security Blanket
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The Newspaper Isn’t Dead (Just… Vintage)
Believe it or not, newspaper ads can still work—especially for older buyers or those who believe the internet is a conspiracy. • Keep it short. • Include the essentials (price, beds/baths, address, and that secret weapon feature—like the walk-in closet or custom
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