Seller Timeline

First time selling? Here is a preview of what the major steps on selling a home are. Our Team will be with you at every milestone and is prepared for all the circumstances that would make these short summaries longer than War and Peace. Our job is to make sure each milestone is passed and your stress level is a low as it can be. We have seen and fixed it all before. That’s why having Pittsburgh Hardest Working Realty in your corner is best way to sell your home. Click any thumbnail or play icon to learn more!

Step 1: Hand Money (Start)

Days 1-3

• Buyer deposits Earnest Money as a show of good faith.
• Importance: It secures the contract and protects you financially.

Step 2: Inspection Period

Days 5-10

• Professional review of your home's condition and safety.
• Importance: Helps address repair requests early to keep the deal moving.

Step 3: Title Search

Weeks 2-3

• Investigation of ownership history and existing liens.
• Importance: Guarantees a clean deed transfer to the new owners.

Step 4: Property Appraisal

Weeks 3-4

• Independent valuation required by the buyer's lender.
• Importance: Ensures the home value aligns with the contract price.

Step 5: Final Walkthrough

24 Hours Before

• Buyer's final inspection to confirm property condition.
• Importance: Prevents last-minute disputes before funds are released.

Step 6: Clear to Close

Day 30-45

• Final loan approval and signing of the transfer documents.
• Importance: Ownership transfers and you receive your sale proceeds!