Welcome To List With Locke!

There are many reasons why using a realtor to sell your home can be beneficial:

• Experience and Expertise: Realtors are licensed professionals who have the experience and expertise to guide you through the process of selling your home. They have a deep understanding of the local real estate market and can help you price your home competitively and market it effectively.
• More Money: On average, homes listed with a realtor sell for 26% or more than a home sold FSBO or without an agent.  A Real Estate Professional will get you more money!
• Networking: Realtors have a network of contacts, including other real estate agents, home inspectors, and mortgage brokers, that can be used to find potential buyers for your home.
• Marketing: Realtors have access to a variety of marketing tools and resources to showcase your property to potential buyers, such as professional photography, virtual tours, and online listings.
• Negotiating: Realtors have the skills and experience to navigate the negotiation process, helping you to get the best price and terms for your home.
• Paperwork: Realtors are experts in handling the legal paperwork involved in selling a home and can help ensure that the transaction proceeds smoothly and efficiently.
• Saving time and stress: Selling a home can be a time-consuming and stressful process, but working with a realtor can save you time and effort by handling all the details and paperwork, and also by providing you with guidance and support.

In summary, using a realtor to sell your home can provide you with the expertise, resources, and support you need to navigate the complex process of selling your home, and to help you get the best price for your property in the shortest amount of time.

Yes, regardless if you're buying or selling, we'll handle the entire process for you. From the initial listing to closing the deal, we take care of all the necessary steps involved in selling/buying your house. This includes pricing, negotiating with potential buyers/sellers, handling the paperwork, and guiding you through the closing process. Our goal is to provide you with a seamless and stress-free selling/buying experience, allowing you to focus on other aspects of your life while we handle the details.

Yes, we recommend you get a home valuation report before you sell your home. We'll give you a 100% FREE home valuation report and we'll help you increase your home value!

We have a step-by-step process designed to increase your home's value and ensure you get more money for your house.

To determine the value of your home, we will consider various factors such as the location of your home, the condition of your home, the size and layout of your home, and the recent comparable sales in your area.

The location of your home is a major factor in determining its value, as homes in desirable neighborhoods typically have a higher value than homes in less desirable areas.

The condition of your home is also important, as a well-maintained home in good condition will be worth more than a home that needs repairs.

The size and layout of your home, including the number of bedrooms, bathrooms, square footage, and lot size, also play a role in determining its value. Lastly, recent comparable sales in your area, such as the prices of similar homes that have recently sold, will be taken into consideration. Either way, I will try to give you the best prices in the market.

The buying process of a house can include the following steps:

• Get pre-approved for a mortgage: Before you start looking for a home, it is recommended that you get pre-approved for a mortgage. This will give you an idea of how much you can afford to spend on a home and will also make you a more attractive candidate to sellers.
• Property search: Once you have an idea of what you can afford, you can start looking for properties that meet your needs and budget. You can search online, work with a real estate agent, or attend open houses.
• Making an offer: Once you find a property you like, you will need to make an offer to the seller. we will help you craft an offer that is fair and includes any contingencies you may need.
• Negotiations: Once the offer is made, the seller may accept, counter, or reject the offer. Your real estate agent will help you navigate these negotiations and work towards a mutually beneficial agreement.
• Closing: Once all the paperwork is in order, you will attend a closing meeting where you will sign the final documents and pay any closing costs. After this, the property officially becomes yours.
• Move-in: Once the closing process is complete, you can now move in to your new house.
• Keep in mind that the steps and details may vary depending on the location, the type of property and the laws and regulations on the area. It's always a good idea to consult with a professional real estate agent to guide you through the process.

Determining the asking price for a property can be a complex process, but as a real estate agent, I use a variety of methods to arrive at a fair and accurate price. These methods include:

• Comparable market analysis (CMA): I review recent sales data of similar properties in the same area to determine the current market value of the property.
• Property condition assessment: I evaluate the condition of the property and make adjustments to the asking price based on any repairs or upgrades that may be needed.
• Location: I take into consideration the location of the property and how it compares to other properties in the area.
• Timing: I consider the current market conditions and how they may affect the price, such as supply and demand, or interest rates.
• Owner's expectations: I also consider the owner's expectations, such as the price they want to sell the property for.
• By using a combination of these methods, I am able to arrive at a fair and accurate asking price for the property that will attract potential buyers and maximize the seller's return on their investment.

In our local Wichita KS surrounding area, it takes on average 30-45 days to close a purchase or sale when the buyer is securing a loan for the purchase. 

If the buyer is paying cash, then it could close as soon as 5 days if the title insurance is rushed & both parties agree. 

Throughout the process title insurance often takes 14 days or more to be completed and the buyer's appraisal often takes 2-3 weeks or sometimes longer depending on the buyer's loan type.  Once those items are to the lender, then the lender often needs 7-10 days for underwriting approval and 3 more days for disclosures before closing can happen. 

When the market is busy with sales & refinances, we typically see a 45 day closing time frame as standard.  That also gives both parties plenty of time to make arrangements for moving and living changes.

In KS the seller typically pays 6% commission through their listing agreement with the listing agent’s brokerage. 

That commission is often split 3% to the seller listing agent's brokerage and 3% to the buyer agent's brokerage. 

So the seller pays all commission unless your buyers agent is charging additional fees. 

Be it known that the listing agreement only specifies the amount the seller will pay will be 6%, it does not specify that if there is not a buyers agent that it will decrease to 3%. 

So the seller pays 6% regardless if there is a buyer's agent or the buyer represents themself in the purchase transaction.  In that case the seller's agent gets the full 6% & only represents the seller.