Answer: Preparing your home for sale is one of the most important steps to attract serious buyers and maximize your sale price. We guide you through a personalized pre-listing strategy that includes decluttering, deep cleaning, minor repairs, and optional cosmetic updates that offer high return on investment. For many Austin-area homes, this may involve landscaping refreshes, neutral paint touch-ups, updated light fixtures, and boosting curb appeal to stand out in a competitive market.

We also offer professional staging consultations to highlight your home’s best features and help buyers emotionally connect with the space—especially important in luxury and lifestyle-driven neighborhoods. Our goal is to present your home in its best light online and in person to create strong first impressions and drive top-dollar offers.

Answer: Our full-service listing package is designed to deliver a high-impact, stress-free selling experience—so you can focus on your next move while we handle everything else. We offer strategic, hands-on support from pre-listing to closing, customized for your property and market segment.

Here’s what’s included:

✅ Pre-Listing Strategy & Pricing Guidance

We start with a detailed market analysis, walk your property, and advise on pricing based on local comps, buyer demand, and neighborhood trends. We’ll also help you decide whether to pre-inspect, repair, or stage your home for optimal ROI.

✅ Home Preparation & Staging Consultation

We coordinate expert staging consultations to ensure your home shows at its absolute best—whether that means a full redesign or a few key enhancements.

✅ Professional Photography & Videography

We hire top-tier photographers and videographers to capture your home in its best light, including drone footage, twilight shots, and lifestyle video content that performs well on social and search platforms.

✅ Premium Marketing & Exposure

Your listing will be featured on the MLS, Zillow, Realtor.com, and hundreds of syndicated sites, plus custom exposure through targeted social media ads, email marketing, paid Google ads, YouTube video tours, and Nicole’s audience via The American Dream TV.

✅ Open Houses & Private Showings

We organize and host agent previews, public open houses, and private tours to maximize visibility and attract qualified buyers.

✅ Expert Negotiation & Contract Management

From the first offer to the final signature, we negotiate fiercely on your behalf. Our contract-to-close support ensures every step is smooth, legal, and aligned with your financial goals.

✅ Constant Communication & Concierge-Level Service

You’ll never wonder what’s happening—we keep you updated at every stage and provide real-time data on buyer interest, feedback, and market shifts. We’re your advocate from listing to sold.

Answer: Marketing isn’t one-size-fits-all—and it’s not just about listing your home on the MLS and hoping for the best. Our marketing strategy is designed to position your property in front of the right buyers—those most likely to appreciate its value, lifestyle potential, and location. Whether we’re marketing a modern golf course home in Spanish Oaks or a stylish SoCo bungalow, we combine targeted outreach with professional storytelling to generate results.

As a host on The American Dream TV, I spotlight select listings in lifestyle-focused TV segments that air on Roku, Amazon Fire, and social media—giving you an extra layer of brand credibility and exposure.

🎯 Bottom Line: We don’t market your home like every other agent. We strategically tell its story, place it in front of the right audience, and create emotional connections that drive strong offers.

Answer: When selling your home in Austin or the surrounding Hill Country, it’s important to understand the full range of costs involved so you can plan your next move with confidence. While every transaction is unique, most sellers can expect the following expenses:

✅ Real Estate Commission

This is typically the largest cost and is often split between the listing agent and the buyer’s agent. The total commission is negotiable and we’ll discuss flexible options based on your situation and service needs.

✅ Title & Escrow Fees

In Texas, the seller usually pays for the owner’s title insurance policy, which protects the buyer from future title issues. This fee is based on the sale price and regulated by the state. You may also incur escrow fees depending on the title company.

✅ Home Preparation Costs

These include repairs, cleaning, staging, landscaping, and any cosmetic updates made to get the home ready for market. We’ll guide you on where to spend and where to save to get the best return on investment.

✅ Concessions or Buyer Incentives

Depending on market conditions, you may offer concessions such as closing cost assistance, a home warranty, or funds for repairs. These can help attract buyers and move a deal forward—but they aren’t always necessary.

✅ Property Taxes & HOA Fees

You’ll be responsible for your share of annual property taxes up to the closing date. If your property is in a homeowners association, prorated HOA dues or transfer fees may also apply.

✅ Loan Payoff & Closing Costs

If you have a mortgage, the balance will be paid off at closing. You may also owe document fees, attorney fees, or miscellaneous closing costs depending on your loan and title situation.