Selling Your St. Louis Area Home

When it is time to SELL your St. Charles County or St. Louis County home, your selection of a REALTOR® is a very important decision.

You've made the decision to sell your home, now what? It's simple. Give us a call.

When you work with The Schott Group, you don’t need to worry about what your agent is doing to sell your home.

We detail every aspect of your marketing plan in writing, so you know up front all of the strategies that go into the sale of your home. And then we keep you updated every step of the way to closing.

On this page is information updated for 2024 that you will find useful, and if you are working with us - we'll provide guidance every step of the way towards your goals.
If not, this information will help you understand the process, expectations, and answer some questions you may have.

No Need to Overpay for FULL-SERVICE to Sell Your Home!

Seller Listing/Marketing Fee - 1.45%

Dave Schott - Seller's Listing Agent

Dave Schott has a Missouri and a Florida Brokers license, and enjoys helping clients reach their real estate goals. Read about Dave Schott
Dave and the Broker/Owners of MORE, Realtors bring over 100 years of real estate experience to benefit you - and both Owners were elected President of the local St. Louis Association of REALTORS® (over 10,000 members) - we provide you the utmost in integrity and experience.
Our goal is to be informative, transparent, responsive, and deliver results.
Sell your home with confidence - The Schott Group and MORE, Realtors

A Step-By-Step Guide to the Home-Selling Process

We have the same goal: to sell your home quickly and for the best price possible. Maintaining a home in a show-ready state for a prolonged duration can be tiresome for anyone.

This is where our proven systems come into play, helping to minimize your inconvenience and reduce your time on the market.

As your listing agent, this is an introduction to how I'll make your home sale a success while making it an efficient process for you personally as well.
We invite you to look at what we do as standard for our clients and compare to other companies and Realtors® in the St. Louis area. We are confident you will be pleased with what we offer and how we can put the SOLD sign in your yard.

Below is a brief overview with links for additional details to help you feel comfortable and confident in the process.

Topics that are detailed below:

Marketing Your Home
The Home Selling Process: Start to Finish
Precise Market Analysis and Proper Pricing
Preparing Your Home to Sell

1. Marketing Your Home

There's a misconception by some that real estate agents do little more than just place a sign in your yard. CLICK HERE to read the 154 Steps WE take to get your home SOLD, fast and for top dollar.

Marketing strategy is one of the most important things to consider when selecting an agent during the sale of your home.

A well-executed marketing plan has the power to either create or enhance demand for a property, ultimately leading to increased financial returns for the seller.

Our approach involves the utilization of cutting-edge, multi-faceted marketing strategies both before and after your home is listed in the MLS (Multiple Listing Service).

Our goal is to ensure that your listing reaches the widest audience possible at the earliest stages, a strategy that, when combined with accurate pricing, sparks significant interest in the property.

CLICK HERE to Read Details on the Below Items - OUR MARKETING PLAN

FULL SERVICE – When you List with The Schott Group, we can provide the following:

Expert Staging Advice
Virtual Home Staging
Upgrade/Update Advice
High Quality Photos and Video Tours
3D Tours (Virtual 24/7 Open House)
Floor Plans
Aerial Photography
Professional Brochures
Agent networking
Social Media
Your Home's Personal Website
Home-Search Websites
Open Houses

We feel strongly that our distinctive marketing strategies set us apart from other agents and welcome the opportunity to discuss the specifics with you.

Please feel free to reach out at your convenience, and we would be delighted to discuss these strategies in more detail.

2. The Home Selling Process: Start to Finish

Whether you're a first-time home seller or have experience with multiple sales, our guide to “The Home Selling Process” is provided to give you a comprehensive understanding of the process.

Our aim is to empower you with knowledge, ensuring you remain informed and in control, ultimately minimizing surprises, stress, and potential headaches associated with selling a home.

And, our objective extends beyond merely selling your house; we are dedicated to helping you secure the best possible price.

CLICK HERE to Read Details on the Below Items – THE HOME SELLING PROCESS

Below is an outline of the Home Selling Process.

Choose a REALTOR® to Represent You
Prepare Your Home to Sell
Pricing Your Home
List Your Home for Sale
Marketing Your Home
Showings and Follow Up
Receiving an Offer
Negotiating an Offer
After You Accept an Offer
Inspections Contingency
Buyer's Appraisal
Prepare for Closing
Final Walk Through
Closing

3. Precise Market Analysis and Proper Pricing

The St. Louis area real estate market is constantly changing and it can be challenging to know what your home is worth, especially without an in-depth understanding of local market trends.

In our assessment of your home, we consider various factors beyond comparable sales and competing inventory to ensure effective pricing.
These factors encompass a detailed review of the local real estate market, an assessment of broader market trends, interest rates, insights into seasonal variations, lot placement, views, deferred maintenance, and updates within the home.

When you're prepared to sell your home, the initial step is to assess its current market value.

Precision in pricing is crucial for optimizing your sale price and minimizing the time your property spends on the market.

Setting a price that is either too low or too high can have a detrimental impact on the final sale price of your home.

If you're curious about the current value of your home or condo in today's market, simply contact us, and we'll promptly provide you with the information you need.

CLICK HERE to learn more about IMPORTANT PRICING STRATEGIES.

4. Preparing Your Home to Sell

Preparing your home before listing it for sale can significantly impact the price a potential buyer is willing to offer.

First impressions play a pivotal role, as buyers start assessing your property from the moment they set eyes on it.

Prospective buyers often prefer homes that are "move-in ready," sparing them the time, effort, and expense of preparing the property for their occupancy.

A well-maintained, updated, staged, and move-in-ready home typically commands a higher price and tends to sell much quicker.

When getting your home ready for sale, consider three key categories:

maintenance/repairs,
renovations/upgrades,
and staging.

Taking the time to prepare your home will contribute to a smoother transaction process. Take the initiative to address necessary repairs, as they are likely to surface in the inspection report.

You should work with your real estate agent to identify renovations/upgrades that yield the best return on investment. Additionally, staging your home enhances its presentation, making it more appealing to a broad spectrum of potential buyers.

Completing these preparations in advance ensures that your property showcases its best features during the critical initial weeks on the market.

CLICK HERE for PREPARING YOUR HOME TIPS and CHECKLIST.

When listing your home with The Schott Group, communication is the last thing you'll have to worry about.
We make it a priority to give you feedback, make recommendations along the way, and include you throughout the entire home selling process in order to help you make the best decisions possible!