For Sellers:

1. Meet with Joshua (Novy Knows Chicago) Listing Appointment

• Walk through sellers home
• Give Seller an overview of market conditions
• Present CMA Results to Seller. This will include Comparables, Current Listings and Solds
• Discuss Goals with Seller
• Explain Multiple Listing Service and other websites
• Present and discuss master marketing plan.
• Review and explain Listing Contract and obtain seller’s signature

2. After a signed agreement is in place

• Measure and review floor plans
• Confirm lot size
• Prepare showing instructions based on seller time frame
• Verify Association Fees if this applies
• Order a copy of Homeowner Association bylaws if this applies
• Calculate average utility from the last 12 months of bills
• Obtain an extra set of keys for showings
• Arrange for installation of signage
• Assist seller with Seller’s Disclosure forms
• Schedule photoshoot and Virtual tour

3. Advertise the listing

• Write, Proofread and Enter into MLS Listing Database
• Confirm listing is now on Trulia, Zillow and Realtor.com
• Create print and Internet ads from seller’s input
• Prepare mailing and contact list
• Upload listing to broker and office website
• Create Facebook, Twitter, Instagram LinkedIn and Craigslist ads (Posted Daily)
• Create and mail “Just Listed” email to past clients and contact base (over 10k addresses)
• Mail Out “Just Listed” notice to neighborhood residents
• Add as “Featured Property” to our emailed monthly newsletter (over 10k addresses)
• Price changes or updates will promptly be conveyed to all internet groups
• Schedule showings with Realtors and any internet leads
• Discuss any and all feedback along with internet traffic (weekly or requested)
• Constant communication with Seller regarding listing

4. Offer and Contract

• Receive and review ALL Purchase Offers submitted by buyers or their agents
• Review each offer with seller. Explain pros and cons of offer
• Contact buyer’s agent to inquire of buyers’ qualifications and discuss offer
• Deliver Seller’s Disclosure to buyer’s agent if not already available
• Call buyer’s Loan Officer to confirm buyer is pre-qualified
• Obtain pre-qualified letter if not already provided
• Negotiate all offers on seller’s behalf
• Set time limit for loan approval and Home Inspection
• Prepare and submit any counteroffers or acceptance
• Deliver complete contract to Seller’s attorney
• Record and promptly deposit buyer’s earnest money in office escrow account
• Change status in MLS and Internet to “Sale Pending”
• Follow loan processing through underwriter (weekly check-in with Lender)

5. Home Inspection/Appraisal

• a. Coordinate buyer’s inspection
• Review inspector’s report
• Send full inspection report to seller’s attorney
• Schedule Appraisal
• Provide comparable sales to Appraiser
• Follow- Up on Appraisal
• Assist seller in any questions about appraisal

6.Closing Duties

• Coordinate closings process with buyer’s agent and lender
• Confirm both sides have all forms and information to close sale
• Confirm closing date and confirm closing location
• Schedule Final Walk-Thru with buyer’s agent prior to closing
• Request final closing figures from seller’s attorney
• Review all closing documents carefully
• Submit earnest money deposit check from escrow account
• Change MLS Status to “Sold” along with all internet marketing
• Attend closing with seller

7. After Closing

•  Answer any additional questions sell might have