Seller Resources

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Helpful Seller Resources

Selling a home involves more than choosing a listing price and putting a sign in the yard. From understanding your potential proceeds to preparing your property and gathering important information, the right resources can help you make informed decisions before your home ever hits the market.

We've compiled helpful tools and resources for homeowners considering selling throughout Maryland.

Understand Your Home & Potential Proceeds

Seller Net Proceeds Estimator

Estimate your potential proceeds from a home sale after your mortgage payoff, estimated closing expenses, seller concessions, and other transaction costs.

Request a Custom Seller Net Sheet

Online calculators can provide a preliminary estimate, but every transaction is different. The M Group can prepare a customized seller net sheet based on your property's estimated sale price and potential transaction expenses.

Maryland Real Property Search

Research property ownership, assessed value, property characteristics, and tax assessment information for properties throughout Maryland.

What's My Home Worth?

Request a personalized market analysis from The M Group based on recent comparable sales, current competition, market conditions, and the unique characteristics of your property.

Property Records & Permit Research

Baltimore County Permit & Property Records

Research available building, electrical, gas, and plumbing permit records, code enforcement information, and other property-related records in Baltimore County.

Baltimore City E-Permits Portal

Search available Baltimore City permitting and code enforcement information.

Maryland Local Permitting Departments

Find permitting and inspection departments for counties and municipalities throughout Maryland.

If you've completed renovations, additions, finished a basement, built a deck, or made other significant improvements, gathering available permit and project documentation before listing may help answer questions during the selling process.

Seller Disclosures & Property Information

Maryland Residential Property Disclosure & Disclaimer Information

Learn more about Maryland's Residential Property Disclosure and Disclaimer requirements and the property information sellers may be asked to provide during a residential sale.

Lead-Based Paint Information for Sellers

Federal law requires certain disclosures involving known lead-based paint and lead-based paint hazards for most residential properties built before 1978.

Maryland Lead Poisoning Prevention Program

Access Maryland information and resources related to lead-based paint, lead hazards, and older residential properties.

Gathering Documents Before You Sell

Before listing, it may be helpful to begin gathering documents related to your property, including:

  • Mortgage and home equity loan information
  • HOA or condominium information
  • Leases and tenant information, if applicable
  • Permits and renovation records
  • Contractor invoices and warranties
  • Roof, HVAC, and appliance information
  • Solar panel agreements
  • Well and septic records
  • Surveys or plats
  • Previous inspection reports
  • Lead certificates or rental licensing documents, when applicable

Not sure what applies to your property? We'll help you identify the information and documents that may be relevant to your sale.

Selling & Buying at the Same Time

Sell First or Buy First?

Explore the potential benefits and challenges of selling your current home before purchasing your next property, or buying first and selling afterward.

Understanding Home Sale Contingencies

Learn how a home sale contingency may affect an offer when your ability to purchase your next home depends on selling your current property.

Bridge Loans, HELOCs & Financing Options

Depending on your financial situation, a lender may be able to discuss options for accessing equity or purchasing your next home before your current property sells.

Coordinating Settlement Dates

Learn how settlement timing, post-settlement occupancy, and other strategies may help make the transition between homes more manageable.

The right strategy is different for every homeowner. The M Group can work alongside your lender and title company to help develop a plan based on your timeline and goals.

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