The Selling Process

At the Jarrod Peterson Real Estate Group, we have the resources, tools, and extensive realtor network to make your house stand out and get sold. Our team of professionals is dedicated to selling your home in a smooth, seamless experience.

1. Hitting the Market: We’re experts in every aspect of selling your home, from timing to pricing to closing. We might even sell before it hits the market.
2. Staging a Beautiful Home: We help prepare and stage your house to make sure it looks its best before going on the market.
3. Setting a Price Point: We price houses in collaboration with you, including factors of market conditions and current market value. No financial surprises, ever.
4. Strategic Marketing: We use every available avenue to advertise your home, including networking, social media, open houses, and marketing on more than 4,400 websites.
5. The Power of Negotiation: We know what to ask for, what to counter with, and how to achieve the best possible outcome for you.
6. Hang a SOLD Sign: We work with our partners on every detail of the final sale, including financing, closing, and title.

Our Marketing Strategies

We sell properties all year round for our highly satisfied clients. Here are a few of the innovative marketing strategies we employ to get your home sold:

• Staging and conditioning consultation with sellers
• Premarketing to buyers and leading realtors
• World-class architectural photography, video tour, and aerial photography
• Advertising on more than 4,400 leading websites, including featured exposure on national sites such as Zillow, Realtor.com, and Trulia
• Open houses that generate buzz and offers
• Mobile hotline for 24/7 curbside marketing
• Aggressive social media campaigns
• Brochures and supplements for in-home marketing
• Email marketing to more than 20,000 realtors
• Radio and print campaigns for a wide reach
• Direct mail campaigns to profiled buying targets
• Specialty marketing for lakeshore, luxury, and new construction properties

6 Things to Do Before Your Home Sale

1. Have a pre-sale home inspection: An inspector can locate trouble areas that will stand out to potential buyers, giving you time to make repairs.
2. Organize and clean: Remove clutter and pack up your least-used items, such as large blenders, out-of-season clothes, and toys. Store items off-site or in boxes neatly arranged in the garage or basement. Clean the windows, carpets, walls, light fixtures, and baseboards.
3. Depersonalize your space: Remove personal items such as family photos or decorations unique to your personal tastes. A potential buyer should be able to envision the home as their own.
4. Get replacement estimates: Is your roof or carpeting worn out? Get estimates on how much it would cost to replace big-ticket items, even if you don’t plan on doing it yourself. These figures will help buyers determine whether they can afford the home and will come in handy during negotiations.
5. Find warranties and records: Gather the warranties, guarantees, user manuals, and service records for all mechanicals and appliances, and any other items that will remain with the home.
6. Spruce up the curb appeal: Make a good first impression by ensuring the front of your property is neat and welcoming. Keep the lawn and bushes trimmed, frame the entrance with flowers, and repair any cracks in the walkway.

Selling FAQs

When is the best time of year to sell a home in the Twin Cities metro area?

While spring (March through May) traditionally sees the highest buyer activity in Minnesota, home sales happen year-round. Autumn can yield strong results with less inventory competition, and winter buyers are often highly motivated. Strategic pricing, professional staging, and targeted digital marketing matter more than the calendar season.

How do you determine the listing price for my home in Maple Grove or surrounding communities?

We perform a detailed Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) analyzing recent sales of similar homes, current active competition, hyper-local neighborhood demand, and the specific condition and upgrades of your property. This ensures we set a price that maximizes your equity while driving strong initial buyer interest.

What mandatory property disclosures are required when selling a house in Minnesota?

Under Minnesota law, sellers must complete a Seller's Property Disclosure Statement, detailing known physical condition issues, mechanical systems, roof age, prior water damage, and environmental items like radon or well/septic status. Providing accurate disclosures builds trust and prevents legal issues during escrow.

Is professional home staging worth it, and does it increase the sale price?

Yes. Staged homes typically sell faster and for higher prices because they allow prospective buyers to easily visualize living in the space. The Jarrod Peterson Real Estate Group provides dedicated staging and conditioning consultations as part of our comprehensive listing marketing package.

What repairs should I make before listing my home for sale?

Focus on high-return, low-cost improvements. Repair visible minor damage such as peeling paint, leaking faucets, and cracked tiles. Refresh the wall paint with neutral tones if needed. Brighten up your landscaping and front entryway. Also, conduct a pre-sale home inspection to address structural or safety issues before buyers find them.

What costs are home sellers responsible for at closing in Minnesota?

Seller closing costs typically total 6% to 10% of the final sale price. They usually cover real estate broker commissions, Minnesota State Deed Tax (0.0033 of the purchase price in most counties), title company closing and escrow fees, outstanding property taxes and HOA transfer fees (if applicable) and agreed-upon seller concessions or home warranty coverage.

How will my home be marketed to reach qualified buyers?

We deploy a multi-channel marketing system that syndicates your property across 4,400+ websites (including Zillow, Realtor.com, and Trulia), architectural video and aerial drone tours, targeted social media campaigns, direct email marketing to over 20,000 realtors, and pre-market networking.

Sell Your House with Jarrod Peterson Real Estate Group

We are proud to be trusted realtors in Minnesota. We’re passionate about helping people through the selling process, and we want to make this process as seamless as possible for you. If you’re ready to sell your Twin Cities home, contact us today .