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NEUTRAL MEDIATOR
You & your partner are not always going to agree on the important decisions that need to be made throughout the home selling process. Even if you and your spouse agree to handle things amicably, it can be difficult to be on the same page all the time. This could be something as simple as who is going to clean the home before showings, whether you make any updates/repairs to justify a higher home price, what the home should be listed at or what kind of offers you will consider. It is my job as the neutral third party & experienced real estate professional to help both parties be heard & find common ground. -
CONSIDERATE & EMPATHETIC
There is nothing more important than having an agent who can not only remain calm, cool & collected throughout the process, but also be an ear to listen and understand that a divorce can be a very emotional draining process. Add selling a home into the mix, especially if you’re not on the same page about moving & you’ve got a recipe for ups and downs. Although we are not licensed counselors, our team is composed of compassionate individuals who are motivated to help other people. In fact, Sarah Maiga, the Broker of Maiga Homes was studying to be a Human Rights Lawyer prior to real estate & Kristy Correll, the Client Care Coordinator has a Masters in Social Work. -
ATTENTION TO DETAIL & COMMUNICATION
As a part of the divorce process, there are often other professionals involved such as an attorney, judge, mediator, and/or financial advisor. It is important that you have a Realtor who can keep all of the necessary parties informed throughout the process & follow any protocol as decided by the attorneys or judge. Proactive communication, an attention to deadlines, little details & legal jargon is essential throughout the process. Our team will work hand-in-hand with all parties, make sure all deadlines & terms are honored & keep everyone abreast of where things stand every step of the way. -
EXPERT NEGOTIATION SKILLS
One of the most important factors in choosing an agent to assist you in a divorce, is how they handle negotiations. This is often negotiating between the two parties selling their home as well as negotiating with the other agents who are considering or have written an offer on your home. As one of just a handful of agents who hold the Master Certified Negotiation Expert designation, we are armed with an arsenal of tools, resources and strategies to advise our clients on the pros and cons of each scenario as well as lead you to a successful outcome in line with your goals. -
ACCURATE PRICING
When selling a home during a divorce, every couple's needs & goals are different. Some want to sell as fast as possible & choose to price the home aggressively. Others want to get as much equity out of the home as possible & choose to make some repairs/updates prior to listing to maximize the sale price. As a Certified Pricing Strategy Advisor, we will make sure you are fully aware of the accurate value of your home in today’s market & then present you with the data to support the different scenarios so you can make an informed decision. -
ABILITY TO WORK UNDER PRESSURE
There is nothing quite like selling a home while going through a divorce. It is pertinent that your Realtor be able to work diligently under pressure. Whether it is an impending deadline, a heated disagreement between two parties, a change in circumstances, or a new order from the judge, your Agent needs to be able to think on their feet and remain level headed throughout the process. At Maiga Homes, we deal with difficult scenarios in our line of business every day & are able to effectively manage not only our emotions, but also that of our clients.
