How Shaina Helps Montgomery County Sellers Prepare to Sell in 6–12 Months
Many Montgomery County homeowners know they want to sell—but not right away. Maybe a job change is coming, a new school year is on the horizon, or there are updates to finish first. Planning 6–12 months ahead can be a huge advantage, and Shaina McAndrews specializes in turning that lead time into real dollars for her sellers.
Starting with a big-picture strategy
Rather than waiting until a few weeks before going on the market, Shaina begins with a strategic planning conversation months in advance. She reviews the home, the neighborhood, and the seller’s timeline to map out key milestones: decluttering, repairs, updates, photography, and the ideal launch window. This long-range approach helps sellers avoid last-minute scrambling and spreads out the workload and costs.
Prioritizing updates with real return on investment
Not every project pays off the same way, and it is easy to overspend on the wrong improvements. Shaina walks through the property and identifies which changes will have the greatest impact on buyer appeal and price. Often, this means focusing on high-visibility items like paint, flooring refreshes, light fixtures, and curb appeal rather than major renovations that may not return their full cost.
Building a prep plan that fits real life
Most sellers are juggling jobs, kids, and daily life while trying to get their home ready. Shaina helps them create a realistic, step-by-step prep plan broken into manageable tasks over weeks or months. This can include a schedule for decluttering, a timeline for professional cleaning, and recommendations for when to bring in stagers or contractors so everything is sequenced efficiently.
Watching the market while you prepare
Market conditions can shift during a 6–12 month window, and Shaina keeps her future sellers updated on what’s happening in Montgomery County. She monitors local inventory, recent sales, and buyer demand in the seller’s specific town and price range so the plan can be adjusted if needed. This allows sellers to time their listing for maximum exposure and stronger offers.
Fine-tuning pricing and launch strategy
As the listing date approaches, Shaina revisits the home’s condition, recent comparable sales, and current competition to refine the pricing strategy. She also plans the launch details—professional photography, listing copy, online placement, and initial showing schedule—so the home enters the market with momentum. The result is a listing that feels thoughtfully prepared, not rushed.
If you’re considering a sale in the next 6–12 months and want a clear plan instead of guessing what to do next, book a no-obligation planning call with Shaina.
