Deciding to Sell Your Home
Selling your home is a big decision. Whether this is the first home you have sold, or you have experience selling homes, no two transactions are the same.
You deserve an experienced Realtor®. The Sexton Group Real Estate has years of professional experience selling homes in the Berkeley and Lafayette areas, and we have many satisfied clients who have trusted us with the sale of their homes.
Keeping Your Best Interest in the Heart of the Transaction
From the beginning of the transaction to the end, the professionals at Sexton Group Real Estate will guide you through the process, explaining everything involved and answering all your questions.
We are your realtors for life, so your success and happiness, is ours as well!
What to Expect in the Home Selling Process
Sexton Group Real Estate uses cutting edge technology and comprehensive marketing strategies to market your home to attract as many buyers as possible and get you Top Dollar for your home.
We begin with a comprehensive plan to make any necessary or esthetic improvements to make the home as attractive as possible. With our advice and your input, we can discuss home improvements such as making minor repairs, updating certain parts of the home, painting, adding new carpet or landscaping, decluttering, or staging if appropriate.
We understand this is your home and that you trust us to make it as presentable as possible to garner the most attention, demand, and desire.
Pricing Your Home to Sell
Sexton Group Real Estate understands the nuances in the market and will price your home competitively to sell quickly and earn you the most for your investment. We will take into account market conditions and compare homes similar to yours. Our goal is to work with you to create a fair market price that is favorable to both buyers and sellers.
Marketing Your Home to Sell
When you list your home with Sexton Group Real Estate, you can rest knowing that your home will be exposed to buyers from all over.
Our comprehensive marketing plan ensures that your home will be marketed with professional photography/video to be used in all digital and print marketing material.
Your home will be showcased on our website, the MLS and all appropriate locations such as Top Agent Network, Zillow, Realtor.com, our Facebook page, and our database.
Negotiating, Accepting the Offer and Celebrating
One of our favorite parts of selling a home is presenting our clients with all the offers and guiding them to make the best decision for their future, their finances, and their state-of-being.
Once the offer has been accepted, we move on to the close of escrow, transferring ownership, and celebrating!
The Sexton Group Real Estate looks forward to being your choice of Realtors® during the sale of your home.
Before listing your home, start by understanding its current market value and identifying any updates or repairs that could improve its appeal. A local real estate professional can review recent comparable sales, neighborhood trends, and your property's condition to help you prepare. Sexton Group Real Estate can guide you through pricing, preparation, marketing, and the selling process from the beginning.
Your home's value depends on factors such as location, property condition, size, recent comparable sales, upgrades, and current buyer demand. Berkeley's neighborhoods and housing styles can vary significantly, so an accurate valuation should consider local market conditions. Sexton Group Real Estate can provide a detailed market analysis to help you determine a competitive listing price.
The best time to sell depends on your goals, market conditions, buyer activity, and your personal timeline. While certain seasons may attract more buyers, Berkeley real estate can remain active throughout the year. A local real estate agent can help you evaluate current inventory, recent sales, and demand to determine the right timing for your property.
Preparing your home may include cleaning, decluttering, making minor repairs, improving curb appeal, and presenting each room in a way that appeals to buyers. Some properties may benefit from painting, staging, landscaping, or targeted updates. Sexton Group Real Estate can help you determine which improvements are worth considering before listing.
Pricing should be based on recent comparable sales, your home's location and condition, current competition, and buyer demand. Pricing too high can discourage potential buyers, while pricing strategically can help generate stronger interest. Sexton Group Real Estate uses local market data and property-specific insights to develop a pricing strategy designed around your goals.
A real estate agent can help with pricing, property preparation, professional marketing, showings, offer evaluation, negotiations, disclosures, inspections, and the closing process. Working with an agent who understands Berkeley can also help you navigate local market conditions and buyer expectations. Sexton Group Real Estate provides guidance throughout each stage of the sale.
Once you receive an offer, you'll review the proposed price, contingencies, financing terms, closing timeline, and other conditions. Your agent can help you compare offers and determine whether to accept, reject, or negotiate. After an offer is accepted, the transaction typically moves through inspections, disclosures, appraisal or financing requirements, and escrow before closing.
Not every home needs major repairs before being listed. The right approach depends on your property's condition, your timeline, and the potential return on any improvements. Some sellers choose to make strategic repairs or updates, while others sell their property in its current condition. Sexton Group Real Estate can help you decide which approach makes the most sense.
Selling costs can include real estate commissions, escrow and title expenses, inspections, repairs, staging, preparation costs, and other transaction-related fees. The exact amount depends on your property and the terms of the sale. Reviewing expected expenses early can help you better understand your estimated proceeds from the transaction.
Sexton Group Real Estate helps homeowners sell properties throughout the East Bay and surrounding Bay Area communities, including:
Whether you're preparing to sell your longtime home, relocating, downsizing, or moving to your next property, Sexton Group Real Estate can provide local guidance throughout the home-selling process.