Joanne McDonnell, REALTOR
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A Thoughtful Approach to Selling

Understanding What Matters Most

Selling a home begins with understanding what matters most to you. Every home and every situation is different, which is why listening comes first. Your priorities guide every recommendation, from preparation and pricing to timing and strategy. Throughout the process, your interests always come first, with steady guidance that allows decisions to be made thoughtfully, without pressure, and with the goal of achieving the strongest possible outcome for your home. 

Setting the Foundation

Selling a home is a significant decision, and it deserves time and clear information at the outset. For many sellers, the first step is simply understanding value and options before deciding how or when to move forward. A market analysis provides that foundation. It’s a report that evaluates recent sales of homes similar in size, style, and location to yours to establish a realistic picture of value in the current market. There is no obligation and no expectation to proceed. The focus is on listening, answering questions, and helping you begin the process with clarity rather than urgency. 

Determining Value Guided by Experience

Understanding value starts with careful evaluation. Because homes can vary significantly from street to street, online estimates often miss important differences. A market analysis looks at comparable homes and current conditions to understand what your home is likely to achieve. Beyond the data, valuation is shaped by experience and an informed understanding of how homes actually perform. The goal is to set pricing expectations that feel informed, thoughtful, and well considered.  

Ensuring Full Market Exposure

How a home is marketed directly affects how it performs. Full exposure begins immediately through the MLS, making the property available to all buyers and agents from the start. That visibility is then extended across major real estate platforms such as Zillow and Realtor.com, ensuring buyers find the home wherever they are searching. When visibility is limited or a home is quietly introduced, the market’s response can be muted. A comprehensive marketing plan supports that exposure, using professional photography, detailed floor plans, virtual 3D walkthrough technology, and other tools to present the home clearly and consistently across the market. 

Guidance Through Closing

Selling a home involves many moving parts, and steady oversight helps keep the process manageable. From negotiations and deadlines to the coordination required along the way, your sale is actively managed from start to finish. The process is approached in a measured, organized way to help reduce stress and keep the focus where it belongs. The work is collaborative, with open communication as questions arise and choices are made. 

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