The El Paso seller guide
How to sell a home in El Paso, from pricing on sold comps to the closing table, one step at a time.
Thirteen steps, in order.
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Start with a conversation
Walk the home together and talk through your timing, your next move and what you need to net from the sale.
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Review sold comparables
Look at what similar homes nearby actually sold for, not what they were listed at.
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Set the price
Price comes from the comps, current inventory and how fast homes in your area are moving.
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Get a pre-listing inspection
An inspection before listing shows what a buyer’s inspector will find, so you can fix, disclose or price for it.
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Repair and prepare
Handle the repairs that matter, then declutter, clean and take care of curb appeal.
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Stage the home
Arrange rooms so buyers see the space and light, in person and in photographs.
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Professional photography
Most buyers see your home online first. Professional photography and video make that first look count.
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Sign the listing agreement and disclosures
The listing agreement sets the terms of the sale. In Texas, sellers also complete the Seller’s Disclosure Notice.
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Go live
The home goes on the MLS and gets its own page on this site, with photos, details and a way to ask questions.
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Showings and feedback
Buyers tour the home, and feedback from their agents comes back to you after each showing.
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Compare offers side by side
Each offer is laid out side by side: price, financing, option period, closing date, concessions and estimated net.
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Option period and negotiations
The buyer inspects and may request repairs. Each request is weighed against your bottom line.
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Closing
Sign at the title company, the sale funds, and the proceeds are sent to you.
Common questions.
How do you price a home in El Paso?
A home is priced from recent sold comparables nearby, adjusted for condition, size and features, then checked against current inventory and how fast homes are selling.
Should I get a pre-listing inspection?
Usually, yes. A pre-listing inspection shows you what a buyer’s inspector will likely find, so you can repair, disclose or price for it before negotiations start.
What disclosures does a Texas seller have to provide?
Most Texas sellers of a resale home provide the Seller’s Disclosure Notice, plus a lead-based paint disclosure for homes built before the federal cutoff year.
How do I compare multiple offers?
Compare offers side by side on net proceeds, financing strength, option period, closing date and any concessions, not on price alone.