Full-service real estate brokerage  ·  New Hampshire & Southern Maine
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It Starts With You

Sell fast, for the best possible price

Do you have equity in your home? Are your improvement projects complete? How fast do you need to sell? Does the purchase of your new home need to coincide with the sale of this one? Everybody's needs are different. Selling a home can be complicated — you're not only selling a property, you're likely finding a new place to live. Here's how we make sure you're prepared.

  1. Define your goals, wants, needs, and expectations

    We begin by exploring your short- and long-term goals and how selling your home fits in. Your agent walks you through our process while developing a thorough understanding of your goals, wants, and needs so your expectations are met.

  2. Determine the best price for today's market

    We assess the current state of the market and what comparable homes are selling for through a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) on your home. That lets us objectively determine fair market value and price it accurately.

  3. Prepare your property to sell

    Most of us don't keep our homes in top selling condition. We help you see things from a buyer's point of view and consult on what to repair, replace, or remove so your home makes a great first impression. See our home selling checklist below.

  4. Market it with a plan

    Your home is marketed with a specific, research-based plan that has the highest potential for bringing the most qualified buyers to your doorstep.

  5. Show your property

    Keep your home in top selling condition — you never get a second chance at a first impression. People buy with their emotions; your home has to feel right. Listen to your agent's suggestions on cleaning, de-cluttering, removing personal items and cosmetic repairs.

  6. Receive an offer

    When a buyer decides to purchase, an offer is presented — you may receive several. Your agent determines whether each buyer is qualified and helps you carefully consider all your options.

  7. Negotiate to sell

    Most offers require some negotiation. Logic Realty works for you; your agent negotiates at your direction, based on your requirements.

  8. Inspection and appraisal

    Once you accept an offer, we coordinate with the buyer's agent on the inspection, appraisal, and survey if required. If the buyer requests repairs, your agent continues to negotiate and can recommend qualified vendors so we move successfully from contract to closing.

  9. Closing

    Closing is typically held at the title company and takes less than an hour. Bring an official ID and anything else required; your agent is present to advise you and make sure everything goes to plan. Bring your keys, and your home is sold.

Preparing to Sell

Home selling checklist

In a world of online listings, it's very important to show buyers how your home will fit their needs and how rooms will function for them. Use this checklist to present your home in the best light possible.

Give it curb appeal

Make sure your home is attractive on approach and from the street. The first impression is a lasting one.

  • Landscaping: add flowers, colorful pots, garden lighting; control weeds and trim bushes
  • Front entrance: house number visible, path clean and clear, new welcome mat, outside lights working and clean
  • Mailbox: replace if dented, broken or faded
  • Paint or siding: fresh coat on the entry door; fix peeling paint or damaged siding; pressure wash if needed
  • Driveway: buyers shouldn't see it as something they'll have to fix

Fix any faults

What you consider minor, a buyer sees as an added cost. Most buyers want move-in ready.

  • Fixtures: repair or replace anything missing or damaged
  • Tile: replace cracked, damaged or missing floor and counter tiles
  • Walls: repair and repaint holes and damage
  • Faucets: replace any that leak
  • Doors and drawers: fix doors that don't close, cabinet doors, jamming drawers; replace worn knobs

Declutter and clean

You want buyers focused on how wonderful the space is, not how messy it looks.

  • Personal items: pack away family photos, collectibles, knick-knacks, and fridge art
  • Closets: thin them out; storage space is a huge selling point
  • Décor: keep it simple and neutral so buyers can imagine themselves living there
  • Purpose: give every room one clear use — office, guest room, crafts room
  • Furniture: remove pieces that crowd a room; less is best
  • Walls: repaint in neutral colors; add art where family photos hung; a few pops of color per room

Update the bathroom

Buyers factor every space into their decision, and a dirty bathroom can be the reason one walks away.

  • Before showings: remove brushes, makeup, toothbrushes, lotions, mats, scale, plunger
  • Hardware: matching faucets and fixtures; swap anything dated; no running or leaking toilet
  • Mirror, bars, holders: replace if clouded; make sure bars match and are anchored
  • Vanity and linen closet: half to two-thirds full and organized — buyers will look
  • Shower and tub: refresh caulk, clear glass, hang the rod high, light neutral curtain, coordinated towels
  • Medications: put them somewhere safe before strangers walk through

Make the most of light

Light colors and lightweight fabrics preserve natural light. Pick colors that reflect it, not absorb it.

  • Curtains: remove heavy or dark ones
  • Lamps: a few spread around the room beat one overhead light

Garage, then clean everything

Nothing turns a buyer off faster than a dirty home.

  • Garage: clean and organized so buyers can see their cars fitting
  • Dust: fan blades, sills, frames, baseboards, kitchen shelves, medicine cabinets
  • Polish: appliances and faucets
  • Windows: thorough cleaning inside and out
  • Walls and floors: around switch plates and doorknobs; every floor
Before You List

Four questions to ask before selling

Selling your home is a big financial and emotional task that takes planning. Before you put your home on the market, consider these four questions — then let's talk.

Request a Market Analysis

What is my home worth?

Condition, square footage, location, amenities, and recent comparable sales all go into market value. Online estimators give a rough snapshot; your tax-assessed value is another reference point. A CMA from a broker is the accurate answer.

How can I sell at the highest price?

Simple, low-cost things add value: eliminating clutter, washing windows and walls, brighter bulbs. Larger projects like kitchens and baths typically yield more. Staging helps buyers picture how they'd use the space.

How long will my home be on the market?

It depends on location, how competitively it's priced, and how aggressively it's marketed. A properly priced home should draw an offer within the first dozen showings, and well-staged homes sell measurably faster.

How can an agent help?

With all of it — pricing, marketing, and the intricacies of closing. Your agent negotiates on your behalf to secure the best price and quickest sale possible.

Let's Talk

Ready when you are

Buying, selling, or leasing — start with a conversation. No pressure, no surprises.