THE ARTISTRY OF SELLING
table of contents
// mission + vision
// 10 elements of value
// selling with mhm
// home presentation
// variables to consider
// the power of mhm
// who’s who in luxury real estate
the
// at milehimodern, we do not price homes, we find
value.
we believe
in connection first; every home has a soul-filled story to tell. Our purpose is to bring this story to light by discovering the artistic sizzle, the iconic value, the extraordinary architecture, or simply the narrative of a beautiful life lived in each property.
Every home has a cool factor, and we help you find it.
mission vision
we curate the coolest homes in town
we are the edge in the real estate industry where artistry defines living
Our associates are experts in assessing each home based on criteria that lead to distinction.
We are curators of real estate, finding the unique brushstrokes of every home.
Let milehimodern tell your story.
“Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.”
// edgar degas
At milehimodern, we curate the coolest homes in town.
We capture the beauty. We see the architecture. We find the unique edge.
Every home is a piece of art.
the milehimodern way
10 elements of value
the unique // the presentation // the quality // the story // the experience // the history // the edge // the icon // the emotion // the design //
001 the unique 002 the presentation
With every home, our associates identify the aspects that create the highest value. We find the sex and sizzle, or we see the zen.
Every home has glory.
We present every home as a piece of art. We illustrate how to live beautifully. The simplest things hold meaning, like an elegantly placed light fixture.
Presentation is everything.
the quality
The finest materials enrich the experience of living. Our associates highlight the coolest architectural choices and the highest quality materials in every home.
What will last truly matters.
004 the story
Fascinating ownership stories enrich a home’s soul. How people experience living in a home and living in a neighborhood lend to a home’s value. A trail just minutes from your door, a coffee shop where the owner knows your home, a small grocery store where the food is organic and fresh.
When we tell a great story, we see great results.
005 the experience
Some spaces create an expanse of urban energy. Some spaces create a romantic embrace. We share the experiences that are created by these purposeful spaces in the home.
Size impacts value.
006 the history
Every home has clues to the past. And the interesting narratives that share the home’s history deepen our connection to a home.
A time capsule.
007 the edge
Captivating. Stops you in your tracks. A breathtaking garden, the warmth of an inviting dining room, the cool lines of a sleek modern kitchen. Our associates present homes to allow the buyer to feel the suspense and the extraordinary in every home.
We highlight the experiences.
008 the icon
Factoring scarcity into value is a sophisticated equation. One-of-kind. The modern landmark. The incredible detail in a custom-built home.
We create a gallery presentation for such masterpieces.
the emotion
Like a magnificient overture, a home’s inherent emotion rises to meet you. The design. The materials. The motifs. We experience the emotions of the home and we magnify them.
We listen for the music.
010 the design //
As visual artists, we view every home through today’s worldview, seeing the impact of design trends. Because design and decor fade in and out of style, we guide our clients to present their homes in the most desirable ways. We are specialists who know how to navigate the unpredictable landscape of trends. We capture the unique angles.
local savvy
We are leading the market in Boulder, Denver and throughout Colorado.
We are connected in the community through strategic partnerships.
We understand the nuances of local trends, lifestyles, developments and markets.
003 005 007
001 connect with a professional mhm broker prepare the home to sell home goes live on the market inspection offer title closing appraisal
002 004 006 008
steps to sell
the mhm lens //
Our photography is curated to be visually engaging, artistic, minimalistic and unique.
We illuminate “the artistry of living” through lighting, design elements, artistic details and touches of humanism.
These artistic elements craft the beautiful story lived in your home.
Presentation of the home is key.
home presentation //
Well-presented homes may have more showings, spend less time on the MLS and sell for higher value.
001 curate color palettes
002 impart pleasant scents
003 declutter + create space
004 find balance with furniture arrangements
005 repurpose rooms to add value
006 maximize warm/calm lighting
007 touch up paint
008 bring in life with plants or flowers
What buyers are saying about the impact of a
stunning home presentation
according to a study from the National Association of REALTORS© Research Group.
It is easier to visualize as a future home
They are more willing to tour a home after seeing it online
There is a positive impact to home value if presented in buyer’s taste They will overlook property faults Few say there’s a negative impact to home value if it is presented outside of buyer’s taste
mhm presentation of listings
PROFESSIONAL
STAGING // By working with the area’s top interior experts, we can amplify the story of your home through meticulously curated furnishings and artwork — allowing buyers to experience the full potential of your home during the initial tou r.
mhm presentation of listings //
ELEVATED
PHOTOGRAPHY // We partner with top-tier photographers who are experts in capturing the unique qualities of homes. We tell a powerful story through angles, vignettes and light. It is with immense care that we create pictorial narratives to sell the essence of the home.
PRODUCTION-QUALITY
VIDEO // When words and photographs leave us wanting more of the story, we bring in the area’s most highly sought-after video production teams to breathe life into your listing’s digital presence. After brainstorming the most incredible features and characteristics, your broker will work with a crew of artists to craft a standout representation of your home to be shared on social media and the milehimodern website.
HOME
NARRATIVE // Our professional content team will transform the details, data and description of the property into powerful language that represents the artistic narrative of the home across all digital and print marketing.
IMPACTFUL
SIGNAGE // Our powerful visual brand stands out in the marketplace, with signage that captures the attention of passersby without disrupting the aesthetic appeal of your sellers’ homes and the surrounding landscape.
NATIONAL + GLOBAL EXPOSURE // We reach national and global clients with syndication through LuxuryRealEstate.com, Zillow.com, Homes.com and Realtor.com. Depending on the unique selling characteristics of the home, we may also position properties in various print and digital publications ensuring maximum exposure.
mhm presentation of listings //
CURATED COLLATERAL // Our designers create stunning property brochures that highlight your residence and its prominent characteristics. These printed pieces are featured at our milehimodern offices and distributed at open houses, giving buyers a physical relic of your home.
DIGITAL EFLYERS // Eflyers are created by our designers and may be sent out to the surrounding area’s agents, exposing your residence to the proprietary broker market. They may also be sent to spheres of potential buyers.
EFLYER
mhm presentation of listings //
DIGITAL NEWSLETTER + OPEN HOUSE TOUR //
Our marketing team crafts and distributes a monthly newsletter and a weekly open house tour. With this full circle approach to marketing, online traffic is consistently pushed to the milehimodern website, boosting the exposure of your property to a design-minded audience.
SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE //
After receiving compelling photography of your home, our expert designers will thoughtfully curate a carousel of images to be used not only within milehimodern’s ever-growing social channels, but across the channels of every mhm broker — maximizing exposure to a wide audience.
OPEN
HOUSE // A weekend open house may be held at your residence with your approval. This cross-marketing creates intense visibility to the top Brokers in the area and their clients, affording the opportunity for a stream of interested buyers to tour your home. The open house may be advertised on the MLS, social media, open house tour announcement and the milehimodern website.
website marketing
Focusing on local, national and global reach, our highly recognized website provides unprecedented exposure to a targeted audience of prospective buyers. Our loyal following spans the globe, placing your residence at the forefront.
understanding your home value
The longer your home is on the market, the more your market value may decrease. Buyers who are ready to buy usually
It is our intention to attract quality buyers.
Week one is the most critical week. We must send the message of the Pricing too low can lead to losing cash equity, while pricing too high can cause extended time on the market. take action quickly.
value. market value weeks on MLS weeks on MLS
ASKING PRICE COMPARED TO MARKET VALUE
PERCEPTION OF THE LIST PRICE BY BUYERS
priced too high - not likely to sell this year
buyer resistance - not perceived as a strong value reasonably pricedwill probably sell very competitively priced - likely to sell
“quick sale”a good deal
your role in selling your home
seller’s control
pricing
home presentation showing times home condition response time
buyer co-op if applicable
outlying factors
market value
title issues
buyer perception appraisal inspection
pricing misconceptions
The price of your home is not determined by:
// what you paid
// what you need
// what you want
// what your neighbors say
// what another agent says
// cost to rebuild toda y
pricing factors
The real estate market largely determines home value . What else is there to consider?
// time frame
// condition + size of home
// selling prices of comparable homes
// selling prices of homes nearby
// current economy
// expired homes with incorrect price
// location
// value of home renovations/updates
// price per sqft
// lot size
what the seller pays
• Real estate commission
• Escrow fee
• Payoff of any liens against the property
• Home warranty
• Recording fees to clear all documents of record against the seller
• Tax proration for any unpaid taxes at the time of transfer of title
• Any unpaid homeowner association dues
• Any assessments
• Any and all delinquent taxes
• State real estate tax fee + sales tax
• Owner’s title insurance premiums
• New approval of well, septic and as-built survey (if applicable)
• Document preparation fee
NOTE: All items are negotiated per the contract. Additional costs may and some listed may not apply, as each property is individual and unique. VA buyers may be unable to incur certain fees.
the power of milehimodern
// the top-performing real estate agents in Denver, Boulder + Summit County
// a leading real estate website nationally + globally
// socially connected + recognized through leading media, social channels + publications
// the voice for trends, marketing strategies + design
the who’s who in luxury real networkestate
scan to view LRE’s statistical impact or visit mhmbrokercenter.com/whos-who-in-luxury-real-estate the reach of the global community of Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate provides us the ability to assist buyers and sellers anywhere in the world listings above $500,000 are featured on the award-winning luxuryrealestate.com website
mhm curates the coolest homes in town
Since its inception, mhm has been a leader in Colorado’s luxury real estate space, earning renowned accolades in branding, marketing and sales volume. Our award-winning marketing team will ensure buyers engage with your home through a rich visionary palette of photography and words.
scan to view our statistical impact or visit mhmhomes.com/about-mhm/
at milehimodern // we do not apologize for the prices our homes command; they are absolutely deserved.
