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Hawaiʻi Island Seller Guide · Part 1 of 10

01

Plan

A sale works best when it starts with the end in mind. This first part is about setting your goals, your timeline, and the people who will help you get there.

The six-step journey

From decision to closing

This guide follows six steps. Most sales move through them in order, but the path is rarely a straight line. Use this map to know where you are and what comes next.

  1. 01

    Plan

    Set your goals, timeline, and the people you will work with.

  2. 02

    Investigate

    Assemble the property record so you know what you are selling.

  3. 03

    Prepare

    Decide what to repair, what to refresh, and what to leave alone.

  4. 04

    Launch

    Price with evidence and put the property on the market.

  5. 05

    Evaluate offers

    Compare offers on more than price alone.

  6. 06

    Escrow

    Move from accepted offer to closing with the details tracked.

Working contacts

The people in your corner

A good sale is a team effort. Jot down who is involved and how to reach them, and add anyone else who will play a part. You will come back to this list often.

Carol / brokerage

Escrow / title

Tax professional

Contractor / property manager / HOA