A COMPLETE GUIDE TO PREP YOUR HOME FOR SALE

This room-by-room checklist focuses on simple cleaning and maintenance tasks that help prepare your home for selling, while protecting its value along the way.

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Selling
Process

A simplified overview. Connect with us to schedule a seller consultation to learn more.

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    Connect & Strategize

    We meet to discuss your goals, timeline, and property, creating a clear and customized selling strategy.

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    Market Analysis & Pricing

    We evaluate market conditions and comparable sales to set a competitive and strategic listing price.

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    Home Preparation

    You'll receive guidance on repairs, cleaning, and staging to prepare your home for the market.

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    Marketing & Listing Launch

    Your home is professionally photographed and marketed through online, print, and pre-launch campaigns before going live.

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    Showings, Offers & Closing

    We manage showings, review offers, and guide you through negotiations, inspections, and closing.

SELLER TESTIMONIALS

Alexa W

We couldn’t be more thrilled with our experience working with Thea and her team. She helped us navigate selling our existing home while helping us build our new home. She was extremely professional, attentive, and truly committed to helping us achieve our goals. Her expertise in the market was evident as she helped us secure multiple offers. What really set Thea apart was her support during the process of building our new home. She guided us through every step, providing valuable advice and always being available to answer our questions. If you’re looking to sell your home and need someone who’s knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely cares about your family’s home buying process, we highly recommend Thea and her incredible team!

SELLING A HOUSE IN MINNESOTA

Velić Group is an all-women real estate team brokered by eXp Realty, serving Maple Grove, Plymouth, Edina and the greater Twin Cities. 1,132+ families helped, $505M+ sold, 260+ five-star reviews.

Why sell with Velić Group?

Selling a home is a marketing job first. Founder Thea Velić built our team on a design and marketing background, so every listing gets professional photography, staging guidance, and a launch plan that reaches the right buyers before it even hits the MLS.

How do you market my home?

We price from recent comparable sales and active competition, give you a room-by-room prep plan, and present your home with design-standard photos and video. It is previewed to our agent network and past clients, then launched across the MLS, Zillow, Realtor.com, social media, and print. We manage showings, offers, and negotiation through closing.

How much does it cost to sell a house in Minnesota?

Plan on agent compensation, your share of title and closing fees, the Minnesota state deed tax, prorated property taxes, your mortgage payoff, and any prep costs like cleaning or staging. Commission is negotiable. Before you list, we build an estimated net sheet with you so you know what you will walk away with.

Who usually pays closing costs in Minnesota?

Each side pays its own share. Sellers typically cover the state deed tax, their title and closing fees, and agent compensation, while buyers cover their lender and title costs. Some costs are negotiable, which we weigh with you when reviewing offers.

What is the best time to sell a house in Minnesota?

Spring and early summer, roughly March through June, bring the most buyers and typically the strongest prices. Well-priced, well-marketed homes sell year-round, though, and a fall or winter listing often faces less competition. We look at your neighborhood and timeline together.

How long does it take to sell a house in Minnesota?

Well-prepared, well-priced homes in the west and northwest suburbs often go under contract within the first few weeks, and closing typically follows 30 to 45 days after an accepted offer. Price point, condition, and season all play a part.

Do you pay taxes when you sell a house in Minnesota?

Often less than people expect. If the home has been your primary residence for at least two of the last five years, federal rules let you exclude up to $250,000 of gain ($500,000 for married couples filing jointly), and Minnesota follows the federal treatment. The state deed tax is paid at closing. Check with your tax professional for your situation.

Can you sell and buy a house at the same time?

Yes, and it is one of the most common situations we handle. We coordinate timelines, contingencies, and financing so you are not stuck paying two mortgages or scrambling for a place to live.

Getting ready to list? Get our free room-by-room prep checklist or see what your home is worth.

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Marketing Analysis & Pricing
Home Preparation & Staging
Marketing & Showings
Offers & Negotiation
Contract & Paperwork
Closing & Beyond