CHRISTA COORE-POWELL

1. Get clear on your budget first. Not “what you want to pay,” but what your payment is comfortable at (mortgage + taxes + insurance + HOA). 2. Get fully pre-approved, not just pre-qualified. It makes your offer stronger and prevents ugly surprises. 3. Pick your top 3 non-negotiables. Example: location, number of bedrooms, and yard — everything else is a “nice to have.” 4. Don’t skip inspections. Even on newer homes. Inspections aren’t fear — they’re facts. 5. Keep your finances boring. No new car, no big credit card balances, no job changes during the process. 6. Ask for what matters most. Sometimes it’s not price — it’s closing costs, repairs, or time. A good offer is strategic, not emotional.

1. Price it based on today’s market, not last year’s market. Overpricing is the #1 way to sit… and then chase the market down. 2. Prep like you’re launching a product. Declutter, clean, minor repairs, paint touch-ups, curb appeal — those little things add up fast. 3. First 7–10 days are your power window. That’s when you want maximum attention, best photos, and zero “we’ll fix it later” energy. 4. Expect negotiation — plan for it. Inspection requests and buyer credits are normal. We decide what’s reasonable and protect your bottom line. 5. Make it easy to show. More access = more buyers = stronger offers. 6. Know your net early. Your “real number” is what you walk away with after fees, credits, and payoff — we estimate that upfront so you can move confidently.

I have worked with downsizers, upsizers and investors