What to Expect after Listing your home
Listing your home for sale is a significant step in selling your home. It is a good idea to know what to expect after you sign the listing agreement.
MLS Listing
Placing your home in the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS) is the first step your agent would take after you sign the listing agreement. It notifies all agents and others that your home is for sale.
For-Sale sign and Lockbox
Lockboxes allow buyer agents to show your house even if you are not home. Agents prefer lockboxes since they are not restrictive. And it would be difficult for them to track down your agent every time they wish to show your home.
Open House
Ensure that you home is in top condition before signing the listing agreement. The agent may have a broker’s open house followed by a public open house. It is a good idea not to be present at home when they tour the house.
Traffic Pattern
You would receive the most visits in the first two weeks of listing your home. Not every visitor may be interested in buying the house. They may include those who are looking to buy a home similar to yours. Buyers that return second or third time are seriously considering your home and ensure that your agent keeps in contact with them.
When you sign the listing agreement, you can generally expect a three-step process: Getting ready, showing it off and responding to the market place. Being prepared for what lies ahead would ensure a more stress-free sale