Orlando Home Buyer and Seller Resources

You will need pay stubs, W-2s or tax returns, bank statements, a valid ID, and your pre-approval letter. Self-employed buyers should also have two years of business tax returns. I send my clients a complete checklist before we begin so nothing causes delays.

Start with decluttering, deep cleaning, and making minor repairs like fixing leaky faucets, touching up paint, and replacing burned-out light bulbs. I walk through your home in person and tell you exactly what is worth fixing and what is not. We do not want to over-improve for the price range.

A Comparative Market Analysis looks at recently sold homes similar to yours in your neighborhood. It helps set the right listing price based on real data, not guesswork. I prepare a custom CMA for every seller I work with, and I explain exactly how I arrived at the recommended price.

Sellers typically pay 6-8% of the sale price when you factor in agent commissions, title insurance, documentary stamps, and any repair credits negotiated by the buyer. On a $400,000 sale, plan for $24,000 to $32,000 in total seller costs.

It depends on how long you plan to stay. If you will be in Orlando for at least three years, buying usually makes more financial sense than renting, especially with the way rents have increased. I can run the numbers for your specific situation and show you when buying becomes the smarter move.

Yes, and I do this regularly. Coordinating a simultaneous buy and sell requires careful timing with inspections, appraisals, and closing dates. I manage both sides of the transaction and make sure the timelines align so you are not left without a home or stuck paying two mortgages.