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Whether you're selling your first home or your fifth, we've created a smarter, more strategic approach to marketing and maximizing your sale in today's competitive market.
With my exclusive Home Marketing System, your property gets priority exposure to serious buyers before your competition. Skip the tire-kickers, avoid months of uncertainty, and attract only buyers who are ready, qualified, and excited about your home.
I will also provide you with a Free Home Valuation which shows what buyers are willing to pay in today’s market. A Market Analysis will give you a solid foundation for the realistic pricing of your property.
The Selling Experience by Christy
My 8 Proven Steps to Getting Your Home SOLD
Understand the Current Market
We help you evaluate and understand what is happening in YOUR market and to know if you are entering a Buyer’s Market, Seller’s Market, or a Balanced Market and what that means for you.
Assess the Value of Your Property
We complete a thorough Market Analysis, considering the value of recently sold properties and the properties currently for sale with which your home will be competing in order to arrive at the market value of your property in the current market.
Set the Right Price
It is important to price your property competitively so it is not rejected by buyers. We help you set the right price that will help you achieve the highest sale price for the property.
Prepare the Property for Sale
How a property shows is important to attracting buyers. We advise you about things that you can do so the property is most appealing to buyers.
Advertise and Market Your Home
This is an area in which we excel. We target our marketing and advertising efforts to the sources where National Association of REALTORS® research shows buyers find their homes.
Manage and Broker the Transaction
We are by your side every step of the way, guiding you through the process, skillfully handling negotiations of offers and of issues that may arise at home inspections. We are your fiduciary throughout the process.
Coordinate a Successful Closing
We oversee the inspections necessary for closing, any final readings (e.g., water/sewer), and any repairs you may agree to make, and help obtain any other documents needed.
Help You Get Settled in Your New Home
We will provide you with resources to help your move go as smoothly as possible.
Free Home Seller's Guide
A complete guide to selling your home, from pricing it right to prepping, showings, and understanding today's market.
Here are some inexpensive ways to maximize your home’s appeal:
Exterior
Keep the grass freshly cut.
Remove all yard clutter.
Apply fresh paint to wooden fences.
Paint the front door.
Weed and apply fresh mulch to garden beds.
Clean windows inside and out.
Wash or paint the home’s exterior.
Tighten and clean all door handles.
Ensure gutters and downspouts are firmly attached.
Interior
Remove excessive wall hangings, furniture, and knickknacks (consider a temporary self-storage unit).
Clean or paint walls and ceilings.
Shampoo carpets or replace flooring.
Clean and organize cabinets and closets.
Repair all plumbing leaks, including faucets and drain traps.
Clean all light fixtures.
Install higher-wattage light bulbs.
For Showings
Turn on all the lights.
Open drapes in the daytime.
Keep pets secured outdoors.
Play quiet background music.
Light the fireplace (if seasonally appropriate).
Infuse the home with a comforting scent like apple spice or vanilla.
Vacate the property while it is being shown.
How to Prepare to Sell a Home Filled with Decades of Belongings
Have you inherited your parents’ home and all their stuff but don’t know where to begin?
Call me to discuss the process of clearing out estate houses and selling a home currently filled with belongings.
I can help guide you through the steps to:
● Hire a removal service or someone to empty the contents of the house for a fixed price.
● Work with an estate sale company or estate liquidator for a percentage.
● Auction the items on eBay, Etsy, or Facebook yourself and donate the rest.
● Sell the house with some of the items inside.
● Use a combination of some of the above.
● CASH SALE – AS IS
Selling an empty house is usually easier than selling one with junk, and it may bring in a higher price.
Download your Ultimate Home Selling Checklist
Everything you need to prep, show, and close on your home sale, all in one place. From your first walkthrough to handing over the keys, this checklist has you covered every step of the way.
What's included:
● Home Prep Checklist
● Documents to Gather
● Downsizing & 55+ Seller Checklist
● 9 Easy Curb Appeal Tips
● Return on Investment Projects
● Photos & Showings Checklist
● Pet Prep for Showings and Photos
● Home Inspection Checklist
● FHA Appraisal Checklist
● Moving Checklist
● Cleared to Close
Facing Foreclosure? You have options.
If you're behind on your mortgage or worried about foreclosure, you're not alone, and there's more than one way forward. I can walk you through what's realistic for your situation, whether that's working something out with your lender or moving toward a sale.
My Recently Sold
Proof of results in your neighborhood.
Seller FAQs
How much is my home worth?
I provide a free, personalized home valuation based on recent sales, current market conditions, and your home's unique features. Request yours above!
How long does it take to sell?
My average is just 7 days on market. Of course, this varies by price point and season, but my marketing strategy is designed to attract buyers quickly.
What commission do you charge?
Commission is negotiable and depends on services provided. We'll discuss this during our listing appointment. My goal is to net you the most money possible.
Do I need to make repairs before listing?
It depends! Some repairs have high ROI, others don't. I'll walk through your home and advise on what's worth fixing and what to skip.
What Every Home Seller Should Know
What 26 Home Sales Taught Me About This Year's Market
What 26 Home Sales Taught Me About This Year's Market
I closed 26 transactions in the first half of 2026. I'm grateful for every buyer and seller who trusted me with a decision that big, but the number itself isn't really the point. What mattered more was what those 26 deals had in common, and what they taught me about where this market actually stands right now.
Buyers Are Gaining Negotiating Power, But Only If They Use It
One thing I've seen over and over this year is that the highest offer doesn't always win. Strong terms, good communication, and the right strategy can make just as much difference as price. Buyers who understand that are in a better position than buyers who assume the biggest number automatically wins.
Pricing Matters More Than Ever
The first couple of weeks on the market are a seller's biggest opportunity. Once a home sits too long because it's overpriced, it becomes much harder to regain momentum, even after a price reduction. Buyers notice how long a home has been sitting, and it changes how they approach an offer.
Home Inspections Are Still One of the Most Important Parts of the Process
This year alone, I've seen hidden plumbing issues, attic mold, and water intrusion turn up during inspections. Knowing what to negotiate, what to let go of, and when to walk away can save buyers thousands of dollars. An inspection isn't a formality. It's often where the real decisions get made.
Good Communication Closes Deals
Some of the smoothest transactions I had this year weren't smooth because everything went perfectly. They went smoothly because everyone stayed in communication, solved problems quickly, and stayed ahead of deadlines. The deals that got difficult were usually the ones where communication broke down somewhere along the way.
Every Home Has a Story
I've shown beautiful homes that weren't the right investment, and homes that needed work but turned out to be incredible opportunities. The goal was never finding a perfect house. It's understanding what can be fixed, what can't, and whether a home actually makes sense for a buyer's goals.
What This Means If You're Buying or Selling
The best outcomes rarely happen by accident. They happen because of good strategy, good communication, and good preparation, and that held true across all 26 of these transactions this year. That's why I spend so much time educating my clients, building a strategy around their specific goals, and helping them make confident decisions instead of guessing.
Whether you're buying your first home, selling your current one, or just trying to understand what's happening in the Morris, Minooka, Shorewood, and surrounding areas real estate market, I hope these insights help you make more informed decisions going forward.
If buying or selling has been on your mind, or you're wondering what today's market means for your specific situation, I'd love to help you think it through.
Let's connect or send me a message anytime or or call/text me at 815-693-5757.
I work with buyers and sellers across Morris, Plainfield, Minooka, Channahon, Coal City, and all of Grundy County and surrounding areas.
– Christy Schmaedeke 🐾
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Christy Schmaedeke, REALTOR®
Keller Williams Infinity
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