A: Declutter, clean and fix any issues that may come up at a home inspection. See how to prepare the exterior and interior of your home for photography here. 

A: Staging is important because it neutralizes the home. Home staging is a complimentary service here at Anne Whiting Real Estate.

A: Commission fluctuates based on individual circumstances.

A: With each property Anne Whiting Real Estate prioritizes and capitalizes on each advertising opportunity based on the unique and specific qualities of the home.

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• Satisfying and discharging all existing mortgages and liens
• Drawing the new deed
• State excise stamps ($4.56 per $1,000 sale price – Cape Cod $5.70 per $1,000)
• Attorney fee for securing pay-off figures of present mortgage, drawing and recording discharge
• Brokerage fee for professional services
• Seller concession, if any plus points
• Prorated taxes, water, sewer and any other utility bills, if applicable
• Betterments, if any
• Securing smoke detector certificate
• Securing carbon monoxide alarm certificate
• Securing title V septic certificate, if applicable.

A: Yes, you need representation. If you need a recommendation of a real estate attorney we would be happy to help you with that.

A: The closing process takes about 40-45 days depending on the bank originator.