Seller FAQ

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• See Cash Offer FAQ Here

• Selling after a previous attempt
• Selling for the first time
• Selling to buy 
• Selling to retire
• Selling to relocate out of state / country
• Selling inherited property
• Selling while residing out of state 
• Selling for financial health (i.e. divorce, reprioritizing, etc.)

1. Initial Appointment (strategy meeting with your dedicated agent)
2. Pre-Market  (photos/content, staging, marketing, etc.)
3. On Market (additional options available)
4. Offer(s)
5. Under Contract
6. Pending
7. Closing

• Each step of the process involves different tasks that you will be guided through with your Dedicated Agent.
• The process from offer to closing averages 21-30 days in the Metro-Atlanta, GA area. It is important to remember every sale is unique and have its own timeline based on negotiations.

On Market

• Traditional (exterior display, lockbox, showings)
• Marketing + Advertising (professional photos/videos, staging, open houses, etc.)
• Move In Ready Condition 
• Generally offers Top Dollar due to greater buyer exposure

Off Market

• Cash Offer (from our ready and able buyers)
• Skip Marketing + Advertising
• Any Condition
• Quick Close within 10 - 14 days

*Yellow RealtyCo offers both options. 

Banks and lenders do not rely on algorithms or software; neither should you. The bank or lender always have an in person valuation completed by a licensed professional to determine the value of a property before loaning funds.  Consult a professional for an accurate property valuation.

• Know where you are going next; have a game plan if you are living in the house you're preparing to sell
• Contact Us to schedule your strategy meeting with a Dedicated Agent

Current market conditions in your local area (i.e. zip code, school district, neighborhood, etc.) dictates average sales times; in addition to selling on or off market. *As of 2024, days on market in the Metro-Atlanta, GA area averages between 7 - 45 depending heavily on the exact location + accurate pricing.

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• Buying for the first time
• Buying second home
• Buying with contingency to sale
• Buying new construction
• Buying for someone else
• Buying with creative financing
• Buying for investment purposes. See Investor FAQ

1. Proof of Funds and/or Lender Approval Letter (contact for our lender partners)
2. Initial Appointment (strategy meeting with your Dedicated Agent)
3. Home Tours
4. Offer Submission
5. Offer Accepted (Under Contract)
6. Pending
7. Closing

• Each step of the process involves different tasks that you will be guided through with your Dedicated Agent.
• The process from offer to closing averages 21-30 days in the Metro-Atlanta, GA area. It is important to remember every purchase is unique and have its own timeline based on negotiations.

• Proof of Identity
• Proof of Funds
• Buying Timeline

General documents buyer(s) may need for the financing process:

• Proof of Identity
• Entrepreneurs: Financial Statements (last 2 years)
• Tax Returns (last 2 years)
• Recent Pay Stubs and/or Bank Statements (last 3 mo)
• Credit Card Statements (last 3 mo)
• Insurance Policy (i.e. home, life, etc.)
• Investments (real estate, 401k, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, etc.)
• Auto Loans

*Alternative finance partners available for non-traditional income  (i.e. 1099, LLC, etc.)

Tip: Keep a designated folder/file to store all of your documents during this process 

• Avoid changing careers: maintain financial stability
• Avoid new loans: maintain a healthy debt to income ratio 
• Avoid applying for credit: maintain a healthy credit score

A healthy number to average is 10% of purchase price. It is important to remember every buyer is unique and has their own special circumstances (i.e. finance type, interest rate, etc.) Here are a few items your 10% may include:

• Earnest Money
• Loan Down Payment
• Mortgage Points
• Closing Costs
• Commission
• Inspection
• Appraisal
• HOA

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