If you’ve never sold a house before, you might be intimidated about where to start. Or maybe this isn’t your first time around and you’d like a refresher on the steps to selling a house. According to HomeLight’s Top Agent Insights Summer 2023 Report, 72% of agents surveyed said it’s a seller’s market, which means there are less homes on the market than buyers looking. In fact, record low inventory has tipped the scale toward sellers and revived bidding wars and cash offers on homes that are priced well and in good condition. Ready to get started? We spoke with Jody Parrish, a top agent in St. Louis, Missouri, who completes 28% more sales than the average area agent, to get the details. This guide will teach you about the necessary steps to selling a house in 2023, from start to finish. Once you’ve decided to sell, the first thing to do is get your house — and your mindset — in a place that’s ready to hit the market. Before contacting a real estate agent, you might want to take the following steps to see what your house might sell for. Chances are you’re curious about what your house will sell for in 2023. To check your home value, use HomeLight’s Home Value Estimator. This tool utilizes your home’s location, age, size, and more to calculate what it’s worth. Getting a handle on this number can help you figure out your goals and your budget for your next place. Of course, your house’s value isn’t what you’ll end up pocketing at the end of your sale. To get a better idea of what you’ll be walking away from the transaction with, you’ll have to calculate your equity and estimated net proceeds. Use HomeLight’s Net Proceeds Calculator to determine how much you’ll make from your home sale after paying off your mortgage and factoring in closing costs.Get your house in order
Check home value
Calculate equity and estimated net proceeds
