What is the timeline for selling my home?
We know sellers want to sell their homes fast, hassle-free, and for the most money.
We hold an Open House on Saturday and Sunday, so there will be no random or inconvenient showings during the week. We give buyers adequate time to view your home on the weekend.
Buyers can submit offers online on your home until Wednesday at 7:00 pm Pacific Standard Time after the Open House. This gives buyers adequate time to get pre-approved by a mortgage lender so they can place an offer on your home.
Does this method work?
Absolutely! Top-producing agents in California, Arizona, and around the United States developed and implemented our system. We saw a flaw in the current real estate transaction process and created a solution.
Our process is the most transparent way to SELL and BUY a home. A win-win for all parties involved. We aim to create a competitive and transparent environment, allowing buyers to compete for your home openly. No more blind highest and best offers, which lead to conservative offers from buyers who do not want to over-pay.
How fast can you have my home in escrow?
In our experience, 14 days is typical. We recommend 14 days to maximize the effectiveness of our marketing strategies. They are designed to drive a MASSIVE amount of buyers to your home.
Will my home qualify to be sold this way?
Most homes we view meet the requirements to be sold using our process, but not all do. Contact us today, and we can typically determine if your home qualifies over the phone.
Why do I sell homes this way?
We never understood why homeowners paid real estate commissions to the buyer’s agent, who negotiates against your home’s equity.
We created a process that allowed buyers to know exactly what they were paying to buy your home. This leads to a competitive and transparent environment for buyers. The buyer no longer worries about overpaying with the blind highest and best offer.
When buyers compete, sellers win.
Does Mark Patton & Associates, LLC at EXP Realty sell properties the traditional way?
Yes! Our goal is to have a solution for any homeowner looking to sell their home. Contact us to review all the alternative ways we can help you sell your home.
Can I get a cash offer?
YES.
Our process has nothing to do with cash offers, although cash buyers can submit offers on your home with proof of funds.
If you want a fast cash offer on your home from an investor, we can also help with that. Our goal is to have a solution for any seller.
Will my property be placed on the MLS?
Yes.
Your home will be advertised on the MLS and on multiple online platforms with the appropriate terms and disclosures. Our agents will handle these details for you.
How are you handling Open Houses with COVID-19?
Our open houses are usually full of prospective buyers. We adjusted the limit of parties allowed in the open house simultaneously while still maximizing the number of qualified buyers to see your home. We ensure adequate time for interested buyers to view your home.
Buyers schedule a window of time online to view your home.
We are here to work with you and your comfort level, as every situation and home is unique. Please reach out with any questions or concerns about COVID-19.
How do I place an offer?
You must be a registered member of our site. Registration is quick and easy.
To submit an offer, you must provide us with a “pre-approval” from a licensed mortgage lender and proof (e.g., bank statement) o that you have the funds to complete the purchase.
A pre-approval is different than a pre-qualification.
What is required to place an offer?
You must be pre-approved by a licensed mortgage lender to place an offer on one of our listings.
A pre-approval is different than a pre-qualification. Please get in touch with us if you need help getting pre-approved.
Do I need to submit a purchase contract whenever I place an offer?
No!
The real estate agent will submit a purchase contract of the winning offer within 24 hours.
Does the buyer pay any fees?
Yes. Agent Compensation is charged on every transaction and added to the final bid. You will negotiate your agent’s fee directly with them before submitting your offer.
What is the Agent Compensation?
Using our listing platform, the seller, buyer, or both can pay real estate commissions.
The buyer’s side of the commission is called “Agent Compensation.”
This is the MOST transparent way for a seller to offer the lowest price on their home while still compensating the real estate agents who conduct and close the transaction.
Each property listed on our website will offer different terms, conditions, and agent compensation, so be sure to research the property and all the details on the property page.
Agent Compensation is collected from the buyer to compensate the real estate agents. The seller(s) have agreed to compensate the real estate agents from the Agent Compensation fee (which is added to the final highest offer price). The agent compensation will be added to the winning offer amount, establishing the final sales price.
The seller has agreed that the broker will charge the agent compensation on top of the accepted offer price of the home. The accepted offer price plus the “Agent Compensation” will establish the sales price reflected on the purchase contract. The seller has agreed in writing to release the Agent Compensation fee amount to eXp Realty to be used to pay the commission to eXp and the co-brokerage commission.
How is the contract sale price determined?
Highest offer + Agent Compensation = Contract price!
The contract price is the final number that lenders and appraisers will work from.
Does a Seller have to accept the highest offer?
No. The seller can accept, reject, or negotiate any or all offers.
Is the highest offer guaranteed to buy my property?
No. The seller can accept, reject, or negotiate any or all offers.
The buyer is represented by a Realtor who must submit a {your state} Residential Purchase contract. An earnest money check must be submitted to an Escrow Agent within 24 hours of a contract agreement.
By doing this, it will help identify a non-performing buyer right away.
I don’t have a real estate agent. Do I need to use one?
Working with a Realtor is required. Once the winning offer has been determined, a Realtor MUST facilitate the entire process from contract submission and inspections to closing.
If you need an agent, we can provide one of our agents. They are experts at guiding you through the process.
If you have an agent, provide your agent’s name and contact information when registering.
Can a buyer view the home before submitting offers?
We will have an Open House the weekend before the deadline for offer submission. That will be the opportunity for all buyers to view the home.
Please get in touch with the listing agent on the property page with questions about a specific listing.
Can I get an inspection?
Yes! Just like every transaction, the buyer will have an inspection period.
If an inspection has been completed, it will be available as a link from the home listing.
In most transactions any and all inspection requests will be honored, just ask the agent to set up a time for your inspector. Please read the complete terms and conditions of a listing before placing any offers.
Where do properties on this site come from? Are they distressed or foreclosure properties?
NO!
The properties on our site are offered for sale by local real estate agents on behalf of private homeowners or investors.
Our goal is to have a solution for all homeowners looking to sell their homes.
What are the offer increments?
Offer increments can/will vary by property; be sure to check the details of the property you are interested in.
Do I need to be a real estate agent to list a property on this site?
Yes! Only EXP Realty agents can place properties for sale on our site. If you want to sell your property, please get in touch with us at (805) 433-5060.