Sell Smarter
The Best Price. The Best Terms. On Your Timeline.
Sell Smarter
Whether it's your first home sale or one of many, it's no surprise that the home selling process can be an exciting but oftentimes overwhelming journey. The excursion may take you through territory that is unfamiliar and intimidating but, rest assured, it will be well worth the effort.
You have many options when it comes to choosing a real estate professional. My hope is you will consider partnering with me if you are contemplating selling. When it comes to selling your home I believe in investing (both my time and money) in my clients - we are in this together and my goal is to achieve your goals - whether it be a quick sale, or top dollar. Even in a seller’s market, I believe it is vitally important to put your best foot forward when getting your home ready for market and this is where my investment in you comes into play
— Chris Hawskley
Why Clients Choose to Sell with Me.
Personalized Service.
Forget one size fits all. The best results require a solution specifically tailored for you - your real estate goals, timeline and resources. I’ll develop the right plan for you, and will be available 24/7 until you get results you’re looking for.
Market Expertise.
Powered by data, strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of local markets - I can confidently advise you through each stage of the home sale process and ensure you achieve the best return on your investment.
Sharp Negotiation Skills.
With 25 years of sales & business development experience, I know how to negotiate the right sale price AND the right terms for you. Contract contingencies, issue resolutions - I work hard to get you favorable results at every step in the process.
My Network is Your Network.
It takes time to find the right partners – contractors, home stagers, movers - that deliver the same high quality, personalized service I’m committed to providing my clients. I’ve found these folks, cultivated these relationships, and built a full-service network for you.
Seller’s Guide
I've put together this guide as a comprehensive roadmap - a tool to help prepare you for this journey. As you dive into the details, please lean on me as your resource - your guide and advocate on your next big adventure.
Value Add Services for my Clients
You have many options when it comes to choosing a real estate professional. When it comes to selling your home I believe in investing in my clients - we are in this together and my goal is to achieve top dollar for you. It is vitally important to put your best foot forward when getting your home ready for market and this is where my investment in you comes into play. Below is a list of items of value you can expect when partnering with me on the sale of your home.
Professional Pre-Staging Consultation
My team will provide you with direction in regard to ROI-minded improvements, decluttering, staging, etc. We’ll discuss how to best to get your home ready for market and get top dollar for you.
Professional Staging
It is vital to separate yourself from the competition. Professional staging will showcase your home, allow buyers to see it's possibilities and make it easier for them to say "yes" to your home.
Pre-Listing Home Inspection
A selective inspection by a licensed home inspector allows us to fix potential inspection objections on the front end and not encounter surprises in the middle of your transaction.
Professional Photography
The majority of buyers find their next home through property search portals. The right professional photos are the single most important marketing asset we have. I only work with the best to show your house off right.
Handyman Services
Let's get all those little things fixed that you've been wanting to do but haven't gotten around to. Two hours of handyman services can do a lot to eliminate buyer objections.
Move Out Clean
After getting all your personal property packed up and moved out, who wants to clean? Let my team do the dirty work and provide you with the peace of mind of delivering a sparkling clean home to the new owners.
Seller Testimonials.
“Chris was our listing agent when we sold our first home in the Denver Highlands and we could not have been happier with how everything worked out. We had worked with another agent who specializes in selling homes in the Highlands and they had suggested we sell our home for significantly less than what we felt it was worth (likely to move quickly and drive the price up with a bidding war). Chris was very honest and transparent about how he determines the recommended sell price of a home. He did his research and shared his findings with us and we came to a sell price that we felt was inline with comps in the neighborhood. We had multiple offers in a few days and Chris did a great job navigating this complicated situation by ensuring we were able to choose the best offer, while also keeping everyone on the other end happy. Chris was very responsive during time sensitive moments and really came through for us on selling our home quickly right before the holidays. We would absolutely work with Chris again and appreciate having an agent who is trustworthy, hardworking and looking out for out best interest.”
— Ian and Amanda C.
“Hurry up and hire Chris! Chris was an amazing listing agent and we would highly recommend him to anyone. Chris helped guide and coach us through the entire sales process from staging to closing. Chris was professional, worked with integrity and always had our best interest in mind. Thanks again Chris!!!”
— Blake & Amy N.
Request a Custom Home Valuation.
Whether you’re ready to sell or looking for answers, I’ll guide you with data and expertise specific to help you answer real estate’s toughest questions.
Request a custom valuation to discover real-time insights for your home, surrounding community and Denver Metro as a whole.
AN OVERVIEW
SIX STEPS TO SELL
Step 1: Prepare, Prepare, Prepare
Forget one size fits all. I want to understand your unique goals, motivations and resources. Each of these factors will help me customize the selling process to meet your specific, very personal needs. From there, I’ll complete a Competitive Market Analysis (CMA) to determine the price range in which your house is most likely to sell under prevailing market conditions and recommend ROI-minded improvements and smart staging techniques that will maximize your sale price. Visibility is highest when your home first hits the market, so we want to come out of the gate strong.
Step 2: Marketing & Market Reaction
There are many different ways to get the word out that your home is for sale, but we don't want to waste time on marketing that looks clever but doesn't actually deliver results. What we need is a strategy that has a high probability of attracting the highest number of qualified buyers to your home. This requires a marketing plan specifically tailored to your property that is deployed in the right channels. A plan that is closely monitored and adjusted to make sure it's creating interest and driving traffic - the two elements necessary to find the right buyer for your home.
Step 3: Negotiate Optimal Contract
These contracts typically require 200+ information items, and sales price fills in only one “blank.” Getting the highest price for your home will always be a top priority, but the other 199+ items represent significant opportunities to make the contract more favorable (and safer) for you. Some intelligent trade-offs may be required as we negotiate possession terms, inclusions, exclusions, inspection objections, and much, much more - but, we will work until we have a contract that gets you top dollar for your home AND wins those concessions most important to you.
Step 4: Contract to Closing
Once your house is under contract and it kicks off a new phase of activity where we start managing contractual terms and deadlines to get you to the closing table smoothly and on time. It is important to stay a step ahead in the process to make sure the home inspection, appraisal, and final loan approval proceed according to plan. If any twists or turns pop up along the way, I will be ready with solutions and get them resolved as quickly as possible.
Step 5: Closing
You're on the cusp of selling your home, and now it's time to pay attention to all the minor details that need to be handled in order to make the purchase official. My goal? A closing that is on-time, enjoyable, and stress-free.
Step 6: After the Sale
This is not goodbye. Closing is the end of this transaction, but it isn't the end of our relationship. Real estate is about wealth creation and ongoing strategic decisions. By the time most people reach the age of 65, home equity represents 83% of their net worth, and it's great to have an expert advising you over the long haul. Whether you are buying another property or have other properties in your portfolio, I hope to be able to continue to support you in all your real estate endeavors.
Seller Resources from the Blog
September Market Update: Home Prices See Biggest Gains Since 2018
Exceptionally strong demand, historically low supply, and record low mortgage rates are combining to fuel the fastest home price growth we've seen since 2018. The challenge? Low interest rates are motivating homebuyers even though prices were up >10% year-over-year, effectively cancelling out the increase in purchasing power.
Eliminate Surprises: Consider a Selective Inspection Before You List
If you have an issue with any big ticket items during a home inspection it is fair to assume the buyer will ask for remediation in either the form of repair/replacement or a credit. Learn when a pre-listing inspection is helpful to eliminate potential inspection objections in the middle of your transaction and get you top dollar for your home.
Selling Your Home in a Pandemic:
What You Need to Know
Selling your home may look a little different right now, but new digital tools and good-old-fashioned creativity are helping agents, buyers, and sellers abide by COVID-19 health and safety practices while still allowing you to achieve your real estate goals. I’ll tell you what you need to know if you’re looking to sell your home right now.
Compare the Cost vs Value for Popular Remodeling Projects
In today’s market, the right home home improvements can help you get top dollar for your home. Check out the “cost vs value” report published by Remodeling Magazine to get an idea of the average cost for 22 common remodeling projects and the value those projects retain at resale.
The Top 10 Seller Mistakes and
How to Avoid Them
To get the most money out of the sale of your home, it pays to do everything right. Shockingly, sellers make up to THREE costly mistakes. Get familiar with the ten most common (and avoidable) seller mistakes. Learn to identify and eliminate these mistakes, and you will save yourself a lot of money (and sanity) in the sale of your home.
15 Quick and Easy Ways to Boost Curb Appeal in a Weekend
Whether you’re looking to sell or boost curb appeal for your own enjoyment – your home likely has plenty of beautiful elements and just needs some TLC or finishing touches to really look its best. Here are fifteen budget-friendly, high-impact projects you can do in a weekend to boost curb appeal and get the most out of your hard earned dollars.
