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Step 14: Contract Date – Moving Forward with Confidence (Post 19/28 in the Series)

By Kathleen Moniello | Jan 5, 2026

Congratulations—your home is officially under contract! This is a major milestone in your journey, and it marks the beginning of the final phase of your sale. At this stage, our team shifts into high gear to ensure everything proceeds smoothly and efficiently. We immediately send the signed contract to your real estate closing attorney, so […]

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Step 13: Reviewing Offers – A Clear, Side-by-Side Comparison (Post 18/28 in the Series)

By Kathleen Moniello | Jan 5, 2026

When offers begin to come in, it’s exciting—but it can also be overwhelming. That’s why we prepare a comprehensive summary spreadsheet that allows you to compare each offer side by side, with clarity and confidence. This spreadsheet includes key terms that go far beyond just the price. We help you understand what each item means […]

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Step 12: Going Active on the MLS – Launching Your Home to the Market (Post 17/28 in the Series)

By Kathleen Moniello | Jan 5, 2026

With your home fully prepared and professionally marketed, it’s time for the official launch. Going Active on the MLS (Multiple Listing Service) This is the moment your home becomes visible to: Real estate agents and their clients Online platforms like Zillow, Realtor.com, and Redfin Buyers searching through MLS feeds and apps Our internal network of […]

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Step 11: Creating Marketing Assets – Strategic Exposure That Drives Results (Post 16/28 in the Series)

By Kathleen Moniello | Jan 5, 2026

With your home beautifully prepared and professionally photographed, the final step before going live is creating a suite of marketing assets designed to showcase your property to the widest and most qualified audience possible. Powered by Coldwell Banker Listing Concierge Through Coldwell Banker’s Listing Concierge program, we offer a premium marketing package that includes: Professionally […]

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Step 10: Professional Photography – Capturing Your Home at Its Very Best (Post 15/28 in the Series)

By Kathleen Moniello | Jan 5, 2026

Once your home is fully prepared—cleaned, staged, and polished—it’s time to showcase it to the world. That begins with professional photography, and we don’t settle for average. At the Forevermore Homes Team of Coldwell Banker, we work with top-tier photographers who specialize in real estate and know how to capture your home in its best […]

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Step 9: Revisiting the CMA and Pricing Strategy – Finalizing Your Market Position (Post 14/28 in the Series)

By Kathleen Moniello | Jan 5, 2026

By the time your home is fully prepared for market—after repairs, staging, and deep cleaning—some time may have passed since we first created your Comparative Market Analysis (CMA). That’s why we revisit and update the CMA before setting your final listing price. Why We Revisit the CMA Real estate markets are dynamic. New homes may […]

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Step 8: Deep Cleaning – The Final Polish Before Photos (Post 13/28 in the Series)

By Kathleen Moniello | Jan 5, 2026

Once repairs and improvements are complete, the final step in preparing your home for market is a professional deep cleaning. This goes far beyond routine housekeeping and plays a critical role in how buyers perceive your home—both in person and online. What Deep Cleaning Entails A deep cleaning is a top-to-bottom refresh that targets areas […]

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Step 7: Planning Repairs and Improvements – Smart Updates That Add Value (Post 12/28 in the Series)

By Kathleen Moniello | Jan 5, 2026

Once your home has been decluttered and staged, the next step is to assess whether any repairs or improvements are needed to maximize your home’s value and appeal. At the Forevermore Homes Team of Coldwell Banker, we help you prioritize updates that are cost-effective, impactful, and aligned with your goals—so you can feel confident without […]

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Step 6: Staging Consultation – Enhancing Appeal Without Adding Stress (Post 11/28 in the Series)

By Kathleen Moniello | Jan 5, 2026

Once your home is decluttered and downsized—a process we guide you through in our Downsizing with a Purpose workbook—the next step is a staging consultation. This is where a professional stager helps us highlight your home’s best features to appeal to today’s buyers. What a Professional Stager Looks For: Stagers are experts in visual presentation […]

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