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Home is more than just a physical space. It's where you've created countless memories, shared moments with loved ones, and where you feel most comfortable.

When it comes time to sell your home and begin a new chapter, the process can often feel overwhelming. Selling a home can be an emotional journey, and it's understandable to feel apprehensive.

Rest assured that together, I can help you navigate the process with ease. We will outline the process and create a plan together, so you don't have to do any of the heavy lifting.

From staging your home, to finding the right buyers, negotiating the best terms for you & creating a smooth close, this page will be your guide.

How it Works

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    Listing & Price Consultation

    This is where we make a plan together. As your realtor, I’m going to be asking you questions about your goals for selling your home and any questions or concerns you may have related to your sale. Please take a moment to think about those things before our consultation so we can ensure we make the best use of our time together and address the most important issues.

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    Prepping Your Home

    Cleaning and prepping your home to sell can increase its value by 3–5%. Clear off surface and remove personal items. Make closets appear visually less cluttered by removing 30% of their contents. Cleaning up the outside of your home is just as important as the inside! I always recommend a good professional deep cleaning, this communicates that the home has been well cared for and increases the home's value to buyers. 

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    Photos & Videos

    Ever heard that old saying: "You never get a second chance to make a first impression"?Well, it's true! In real estate, that first impression can be the difference between selling your house and having it sit on the market for months.When it comes to real estate photography & video, the first impression is not just about the home—it's about the potential buyers' initial perception of how they would feel living in that home.

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    Online Debut — Go Live

    It's no secret that the housing industry has changed over the years. Gone are the days of newspaper listings and word-of-mouth lead generation. Now, most people turn to the Internet when looking for new homes. With 95 percent of home buyers using it, the Internet is an essential tool in the home search process. In fact, 54 percent of buyers say that using the Internet is their very first step in finding a new home. The average home buyer spends 10 weeks searching for a home and previews 12 properties before deciding on their purchase. 

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    Open House & Offer Presentation

    Open houses can be a powerful tool in the selling process, especially when used strategically. They give buyers a no-pressure way to experience your home in person, and sometimes the casual visitors turn out to be serious contenders.

    Offer presentations happen any time we receive an offer or offers. In a multiple offer situation, we'll review them all at once. This strategy is ideal because it allows us to compare offers from different buyers at once, rather than receiving them one by one over time.

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    Contingencies & Closing

    You’ve accepted an offer, and all the contingencies have been met—go ahead, cue the confetti! Throughout the next 30-45 days (on average) there will be various deadlines and requirements to satisfy contingencies in your selling contract. Those can include; inspection, financing, appraisal, and the sale of the buyer’s home. When closing day arrives you’ll review and sign documents, exchange funds, and transfer ownership!

We’ll get the best price for your home.

“Jessica O’Halloran Smart provided great, well informed service and was very professional. We went under contract on our home on Salmon Lake  in less than a week and sold for full price. She has the network, what more could you ask for.”

— Seller in Oakland, Maine


“Jessica was amazing with the process of selling our home and helping us find the perfect new home! She was very professional and always went above and beyond. She was always available and very personable. Our experience with her was great.”

— Seller & Buyer in Waterville, Maine


“Selling the home where we grew up was a difficult decision for my family. However, Jessica O’Halloran Smart made the process go smoothly. She always listened to my concerns and patiently answered many questions. She was in contact with me on a daily basis, which was reassuring.  Jessica is friendly and also efficient and detail oriented. She went to great lengths to make the sale a positive experience. Her positive attitude and professionalism are remarkable.”

— Seller in Waterville, Maine