Selling a Home in Toledo, Ohio

Sample contract and disclosure forms used in the general area:

Agency Disclosure Form	Marketing Agreement *confidential
Lead Based Paint Disclosure	Consumer Guide to Agency Relationships
Residential Property Disclosure

Because an informed Toledo Area home seller is a smarter home seller, it would be a wise investment to:

• Enlist an agent who is knowledgeable, has years of full time experience and has built up a reputable relationship with other Realtors.
• Know some of the essential contract clauses that are here to help you when selling. This information you can't pay for yet it's value doesn't come free, an agents knowledge, experience and reputation are part of what sets each of us apart.

To learn more about your agent and essential local contract clauses complete the contact us form below. If you are already working with another REALTOR, ethical guidelines do not permit me to send you this information.

Getting your home ready for the market is a complex, multi-faceted process. One of the most difficult decisions you need to make is how to price your home so that it sells in the least amount of time and yields the profit you need. I (Broker) can help you with that decision by conducting a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA). The CMA shows you the prices of similar properties in your neighborhood listed for sale, whether they've sold and how long they've been on the market. After you've looked over the CMA you can make your decision based on the comp values and your home's condition, location and any terms of sale that you may offer (e.g. what would these be? Carrying a mortgage?)

For your no-obligation CMA, click here (insert link)

After you've chosen a listing price, it's time to put your home in show-ready condition. Below is a checklist of steps you can take to present your home at its best.

Exploding closets and debris-strewn floors are buyer turn-offs. Rent a storage locker if necessary and fill it with anything that doesn't have a place to go in your home. When in doubt, send it out.

Fix broken panes, malfunctioning sashes and gummed-up tracks. Have the windows washed professionally for buyer-friendly sparkle.

Arrange for a neighbor to baby-sit Fluffy or Max when your home is being shown. Also make sure the house is free of pet odors and toys, and that any pet leavings in the yard are scooped up.

The first thing a buyer notices is your home's curb appeal. Keep the lawn trimmed, stash garden tools, toys and bikes in the garage, and plant some colorful flowers in boxes or pots along the walkway. Make sure the mailbox is in good repair and the door is clean and free of fingerprints and dirt.

Walk through your home and make note of dripping faucets, broken door handles, squeaky cabinets and loose tiles. Hire a handyperson to fix them.

Scour your kitchen and bathroom appliances, sinks and floors until they shine.

An agent called and is coming over with potential buyers! Make sure the toilets are flushed, beds are made, sinks are empty, the garbage is out and drapes are open. Then, grab the kids, the cat and vacate the premises.