Selling Your Home In Las Cruces

Everything to do before your listing goes live, and what to expect once it does. Tuck this away for the day you're ready.

Step 1: Interview 2-3 Agents

Pick based on track record and personality fit. Ask each for a written pricing strategy and marketing plan.

Step 2: Order A Pre-Listing Inspection (Optional)

Catches issues before buyers find them. $400-$500 investment saves thousands in negotiation later.

Step 3: Repairs That Matter

Fix anything safety-related, anything that affects function, and cosmetic issues that show in photos. Skip the rest.

Step 4: Deep Clean + Declutter

Professional clean. Pack 30% of your stuff into storage. Less is more.

Step 5: Paint If It's Yellowed, Scuffed, Or Dated

Neutral whites sell. Accent walls don't.

Step 6: Professional Photos + Video

Non-negotiable in 2026. 90%+ of buyers start online.

Step 7: Price It Right

Your agent should show you 6+ comparable sales in the last 90 days within a mile. Price at market — not aspiration.

Step 8: Show Well

Lights on, soft music, no food smells, pets out. Every showing matters.

Step 9: Review Offers Carefully

Price isn't everything. Look at contingencies, closing timeline, financing type, earnest money.

Step 10: Negotiate Counter Offers

Your agent drives this. Don't take it personally.

Step 11: Manage The Inspection Period

Buyer will ask for repairs. Decide what you'll fix, credit, or refuse.

Step 12: Close Clean

Leave the house broom-clean. Bring government ID to closing.