ServicesSeller's Agent
Seller's Agent in Agoura Hills
We represent you when you sell, and we start with the building itself: roof material, plumbing, windows and the electrical panel. Knowing what an inspector will find lets us price the property right, disclose it cleanly and decide which repairs actually pay back.
What a seller's agent does for you
A seller's agent works for the seller only. We set the asking price, market the property, screen offers, negotiate repair requests and keep escrow on schedule until the deed records. We bring 13 years as a licensed real estate broker to that work, and most of the disputes we see in escrow trace back to building materials.
A buyer will pay for a tile roof with life left in it and will discount hard for original galvanized supply lines or an outdated electrical panel. We walk you through what you have, what it is worth to the next owner and what it costs you if an inspector finds it first.
If you would rather skip the open market, we also run a Guarantee cash offer program, covered on our We Buy Houses for Cash page.
What our seller representation includes
- Pricing built on construction, not just square feet
- Comparable sales tell part of the story. We adjust for roof type and age, window glazing, HVAC age and whether the plumbing has been repiped in copper or PEX. Two properties of the same size can differ sharply on those items.
- Pre-sale condition review
- Before the property goes on the market we go through it with you room by room, by video or at our office with your photos. We flag items that tend to land on inspection reports, such as cracked stucco at window corners, a water heater missing its seismic straps or aluminum branch wiring.
- State-required disclosure forms
- California asks sellers for three main documents: the TDS on the condition of the structure and its systems, the SPQ questionnaire covering past repairs and nearby issues, and the NHD report on fire, flood and earthquake zones. We help you fill each one out. Specific answers about old leaks, reroofs and permits protect you after closing.
- Repair-or-leave advice
- Not every fix earns its cost back. We tell you plainly when a small repair, like replacing a corroded shutoff valve, heads off a renegotiation, and when a credit in escrow makes more sense than hiring a contractor.
- Marketing and offer review
- Photography, descriptions that name real features such as a newer dual-pane window retrofit, and outreach to agents with active buyers. When offers arrive we compare price, loan type, contingency periods and the closing date you need.
- Negotiation through escrow
- Many deals get reopened after inspection. We answer repair requests with facts: the age of the component, what a contractor actually quoted and what the disclosures already said.
Signs a seller's agent is the right call
You want full market value
If time is on your side and the property shows reasonably well, open-market exposure usually brings a higher price than a direct sale.
The property has upgrades worth showing
A recent reroof, a copper repipe or a 200-amp panel upgrade adds value, but only if someone documents it and puts it in front of buyers.
You are unsure what inspection will turn up
Wood shake roofs, aging stucco and original clay sewer laterals often surprise sellers. Knowing ahead lets you decide on repairs or price before a buyer uses them as leverage.
Insurance could slow a buyer down
On the fire-prone hillsides around Agoura Hills, whether a buyer can insure the property may depend on roof material, attic vents and brush clearance. We raise this early so it does not stall escrow.
You are weighing two paths
Torn between the open market and a cash offer, we lay out both options side by side for your property.
What affects your cost of selling
Selling through an agent carries costs beyond the price you agree to. We go over each one by phone before you sign anything. That way the net figure you expect is the one you see at closing.
Commission terms
Agent compensation in California is negotiable, and any payment toward the buyer's side is now set out in writing. We explain the terms and what each covers.
Pre-sale repairs
Fixing a roof leak or replacing galvanized supply lines costs money up front but can prevent a larger credit later. The age and material of what is already there drives this more than anything.
Credits after inspection
Buyers often ask for money toward repairs. Disclosing condition early tends to shrink those requests.
Closing charges tied to price
Several costs rise with the sale price: the escrow company's fee, the title policy that protects the buyer's ownership, and the documentary tax the county collects when the deed transfers. Who covers each one follows local custom, and we show you the split before you accept an offer.
Time on market
Each extra month means another loan payment, property tax and utilities. Accurate pricing from the first day keeps that period short.
How a sale with us runs
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First call
You tell us about the property, your timing and what you know about its condition. We ask about roof age, past permits and any known leaks.
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Valuation and condition review
We pull recent comparable sales and review your photos or walk the property with you by video. You get a price range with the reasons behind it and a short list of items worth fixing or disclosing.
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Prep and launch
The repairs you choose get done, disclosures get drafted and photography is scheduled. Then the property goes on the market.
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Offers and negotiation
We compare every offer line by line and answer inspection requests with documentation, not guesswork.
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Escrow to closing
We track contingency deadlines, the appraisal and the buyer's loan, and coordinate with escrow and title until the sale records with the county.
Questions sellers ask us
Do I have to fix everything before selling?
No. California requires you to disclose known defects, not repair them. We help you decide which items are worth fixing based on cost and how buyers react to them. Many sellers repair a few cheap, visible items and disclose the rest clearly.
How does roof material affect my sale?
Concrete and clay tile can last decades, though the underlayment beneath the tiles often wears out first. Composition shingle is cheaper to replace and well understood by buyers. Wood shake can raise insurance and inspection concerns, so we address it in pricing and disclosures from the start.
How long does a sale usually take?
Time on market depends on price and condition. Once an offer is accepted, escrow commonly runs a month or more, depending on the buyer's loan and contingency periods. We give you a realistic timeline on the first call.
Can I work with you without coming to the office?
Yes. We work at our office or by phone and video. You can send photos and documents, and we review the property with you on a video call.
What if a cash sale makes more sense for me?
We can lay out both options. Our Guarantee cash offer program gives you a direct path when the open market is not the right fit, and the details are on the We Buy Houses for Cash page.
Find out what the property is worth to a buyer
Tell us about the roof, the systems and your timing. We will give you a confidential valuation and a straight answer on what to fix and what to disclose.