Seller Video Education

Intro: Seven Steps of the Pre-Listing Process

I have a seven-step process to marketing your Chicago home during the pre-listing phase. For example, the first step requires asking yourself why you want to sell. Is it convenient for you? To learn more steps, watch this video!

Step 1: Why Are You Selling Your Chicago Home

Today, I discuss the first step to marketing during the pre-listing process in Chicago. Ask yourself why you're selling. Are you moving up or scaling down? Can you handle two mortgages? To learn more, watch this video!


Step 2: Home Valuation Options in Chicago

I'm here with your second step to marketing during the pre-listing process! To start use a home valuation option like Zillow. However, this isn't your only and final resource. To learn more ways, check out this video!


Step 3: Average Days on the Market in Chicago

Next, we focus on the market conditions in Chicago; specifically we will use the example of Wicker Park. When you're in the pre-listing stage, it's important to know what's selling locally and for how much. For instance, median price of Wicker Park condos increased by 21% this year. To learn more about the local market, watch this video!


Step 4: Absorption and Inventory in Chicago

Next, we discuss local absorption rates and supply of inventory. Again we will be using the example of Wicker Park, Chicago. Currently, there's about about two months worth of inventory. Our market favors sellers. To learn what this means for you, watch this video!

Step 5: Ready to Sell in Chicago?

Depending where you are in the pre-listing preparation process, an in home consultation will help you determine how soon you can list. That's why I offer them! You might be more than ready, but you also might have some work to do. To find out more, check out this video!

Step 6: Marketing Your Chicago Home

At step six, we're finally ready to tackle marketing your property. Although you might not need every single step, you do need a real estate professional to effectively market your Chicago home. A Realtor can help you sell quickly and for top dollar. To learn more, watch this short video!

Step 7: Effectively Price Your Listing in Chicago

We're now at step seven of our series! Today, we discuss how to establish the list price. There's a lot of things to consider when creating an appropriate price, such as location. Watch this video to learn how to effectively price your Chicago home!