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WELCOME TO KENT ISLAND SELLER'S COURSE

Here's What You Need to Know About Selling a Home on Kent Island...

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Seller's Course

Smart Seller Course Intro

Module 1: Choosing Your Agent

Module 2: Marketing in Today's World

Module 3: Supercharging Traditional Marketing

Module 4: Compensation Commissions

Module 5: Savvy Negotiations

Module 6: The Importance of Communications

Module 7: Smart Sellers Goals and Priorities

Module 8: Getting Clarity

Module 9: How to Prepare for a Great Sale

Module 10: Do's and Don'ts When Selling Your Home

Exclusive Market Updates

We know selling a property can be stressful and overwhelming! That’s why we got you covered. With the right team by your side, we will guide and navigate you through the selling  process to help you make informative decisions and get the best terms possible on your sale!

Our exclusive market updates will help you stay ahead of the curve with our up to minute market updates.  From the latest listings, price trends and days on market, we ensure you will have all the information you need to make informed decisions on your sale.  Kent Island real estate landscape is dynamic, and with our expert analysis you will always be well informed and in the know.

market Updates


Considering Selling?

Selling a home can be an exciting but also challenging experience. If you're planning to sell your Kent Island home, it's important to be prepared and aware of what to expect throughout the process. This short guide is designed to provide savvy sellers like you with valuable insights and tips to navigate the sale of your Brentwood property successfully.

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Spring is here!

The Spring Real Estate Market is thriving, and we are seeing a significant increase in demand for homes in Voorhees, especially from millennials.

In fact, the current absorption rate in our area is only 3 months, which means that if no more homes come on the market, we will only be able to sustain the current demand for up to 3 months.

This is great news for anyone considering selling their home, as the high demand can lead to a boost in your bottom line.

If you are thinking about selling your home, now is the perfect time to do so. To get started, it's essential to focus on your curb appeal, which can significantly impact the value of your property. That's why we've put together a helpful checklist to help you get started.

Friendly reminder: Before you make a repair, be sure to check with a real estate agent to make sure it is worth your return on investment. Feel free to Book A Call with me if you have any questions or want a free consultation!

Are you a little behind on your spring cleaning? Grab a copy of the Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist that was featured last month.

Preparing for a possible move this summer? Click below to check out our moving checklist to get your whole house ready for the next home!

Want to know what is happening throughout Kent Island Now?

Click below for a full live schedule of local events around town!


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30 Day Plan to Prepare Your Home for Sale


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Welcome To The Virtual Seller Course For

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If you are a homeowner either thinking about selling or already made the decision to sell, but still have questions or concerns regarding the process, price or anything else, you are in the right place.

This free seller course will give you the exact step by step blueprint on everything you need and guide you through the selling process, so you can make the best decision on selling your home for top dollar.

You will learn about marketing your home, timelines, pricing, negotiations and so much more.

Take a look around and let us show how we can help you.

Chris Schumaker | Realtor

Brokered by Douglas Realty

Welcome To The Virtual Seller Seminar Library

Learn the latest and most up to date marketing and sales tactics

to sell your home for top dollar.

The Pre-Market Quiz

"Will your home pass the test before going to market?"

  • ​Learn how to sell your home for top dollar right now

  • ​You may need to make a few changes before selling

Pre-Market Timelines

"Let's talk about the timelines before listing a home with us."

  • What you should expect when getting your home ready to sell

  • How to maximize the return on your investment

Timing

"How quickly will my home sell? This is a common question we get."

  • ​Learn about the market climate and absorption rates

  • ​The market climate will determine how quickly your home will sell

Marketing Your Home

"The importance of marketing your home properly."

  • Digital marketing exposes your property to the masses

  • Negotiation will be key in selling you home

  • Pricing your home is not as easy as checking Zillow

Home Valuation

"How do you determine what your house is worth?"

  • ​Pricing your home right

  • ​Factors to consider are size, condition, location, marketing, and negotiating

  • Underpricing and overpricing your home will cause you to lose money

Is Zillow Accurate?

"Should I use Zillow as an accurate evaluation of my home’s value?"

  • ​Zillow is an algorithm based on public data

  • ​Zillow has never seen the inside of your home and it’s a computer

  • ​Zillow comes up with the value based upon what your neighbors are selling for

What to Disclose?

To disclose or not to disclose

  • This is vital to ensure that you are safe during and after the sale

  • Over-disclosure is better than under-disclosure

Receiving Offers

"How do you know if you should accept the offer you just got?"

  • What if you don't receive the amount of offers you were hoping for?

  • What happens if we have more than one offer?

Good Time to Sell?

"Are we heading into a recession and is now a good time to buy and sell?"

  • ​If you're fearful of selling due to a recession, you may want to think again

  • Remember, it's all relative

Negotiations

"How to negotiate like a master to make sure you get the most out of your home?"

  • ​How to get top dollar when selling

  • ​Walking away with the most amount of money in your pocket

Inspections?!

"Should you get inspections done prior to listing my home?"

  • ​The advantages of having inspections done prior to listing

  • ​Saves you time and money

Curb Appeal

How to make a good first impression

  • How to get maximum exposure and top dollar

  • There are simple tricks that can save you money and maximize the return on your investment at the same time

Should I Take the First Offer?

NO NO NO!

  • The goal is for your home to be seen by the masses

  • Then, to get the highest and best price and terms for your home

What Are Contingencies?

"When a buyer has made an offer on a home and the seller has accepted it but the final sale is contingent on certain criteria being met."

  • This criteria, or contingencies, typically fall under four major categories: appraisal, loan approval, inspections and reports & disclosures

Contingency Timeframes

"Now we're in contract prior to contingencies being removed. Now we're in business."

  • The buyer now will secure their loan, have their inspections on the property, and review all of the reports and disclosures

WANT TO GET A FREE CUSTOM MARKET PROPOSAL?

Go to the next page to request a custom market proposal for your specific home

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MEET CHRIS SCHUMAKER

Here's Chris Schumaker that will help you throughout the entire selling & buying process

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Krista Mashore  Realtor & Broker

DRE # 01346304

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Jaynlin Miller Marketing and Seller Specialist

DRE #02195224

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Josh Vitale

Listing Specialist 

DRE #02009638

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Heidi Kugl

Buyer’s Specialist

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Chris Schumaker | Realtor

MEET CHRIS SCHUMAKER

Chris Schumaker is a trusted Maryland Realtor with decades of experience helping buyers and sellers confidently navigate one of life’s biggest decisions. Having grown up in Anne Arundel County and now living on Kent Island, Chris offers extensive local knowledge of the communities on both sides of the Chesapeake Bay.

Known for her caring approach, honest guidance, and genuine commitment to her clients, Chris takes the time to listen, understand each person’s needs, and provide personalized support from the first conversation through closing and beyond.

Experience. Integrity. Results.

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT CHRIS SCHUMAKER

A True Professional Who Exceeded Every Expectation

I highly recommend Christine, who was always immediately responsive to my calls and

questions. She was extraordinarily professional, and provided sound guidance throughout

the entire process of the home sale. She did an outstanding job of coordinating and

communicating with all of the people involved in completing the sale of the home, and I

always felt that I could trust her. She exceeded my expectations at every level.

- Lisa Eden

Guiding Us Home Through Every Challenge

Chris from start to finish was amazing! Not only did she sell our house but helped up find a new home that we love! She was always available by phone and helped us with showings every week!

- Austin

More Than a Realtor—A True Friend

Thank you Christine Wehnert Schumaker for being the best realtor we could have ever hoped

for! Throughout the entire process of selling on one side of the water, and buying on the other,

you were our friend, even though you never met us before! Always professional, and

EXCELLENT advice every step of the way. You made us feel like we were always your only client,

even though we knew how busy you are! Thank you for helping us navigate this process,

fraught with many COVID complications! Every single step of the way. Thank you, you truly

are the best and we couldn’t be happier with our new home and neighborhood

-Jessica and Marcus

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