Is this your firs time selling a home? You are probably wondering about the cost associated with selling your house. Perhaps you have already spent some dollars trying to fix this or that in preparations to sell.  If that is the case, you're already ahead of the game. 

Step 1:  Improve the overall appearance of your house. Drive by the neighborhood, look at other homes that are for sale, pick up some ideas to improve the curve appeal and take care of the little inexpensive things that need to be repaired.

Step 2:  Be prepared to pay a real estate commission. In a cooling market, what you don't want to do is try to sell your house without professional representation. Too much is involved, not to mention the time and money necessary to market a home these days.  We are the experts, this is our livelihood. As professionals, we will do the work and spend the money so that you can continue on with your plans and your life!

Step 3: Closing Costs. Once you have accepted an offer and the transaction closes, be prepared to pay closing fees. Typical closing cost include title insurance, loan fees, taxes, transfer and assumption taxes, escrow fees, inspection fees, homeowner's insurance, recording fees and most likely an appraisal fee.

The list above is a general list of costs associated with selling a house, as your Realtors we will make you receive a good faith estimate of all your closing costs to avoid any surprises. Selling a home for the first time can be confusing and complicated, you don't have to do it alone.

We can be reached anytime at (530) 510-8880 or (530) 510-0810. Send us your questions at mjeantet@repgmac.com. Visit our website for a list of homes, land, ranch and commercial properties www.shastaliving.com.