HASSLE FREE
SELL WITH CONFIDENCE
Elevating Your Real Estate Sales Experience
At The Next Steps Group, founded by René Bartum, our mission goes far beyond selling real estate it’s about helping you achieve the highest quality of life through homeownership. Your home deserves more than just a good agent; it deserves a great team. That’s why we deliver premier service in every transaction, built on professionalism, discretion, creative marketing, and an unwavering dedication to excellence.
Led by René Bartum, our team is composed of seasoned professionals recognized as marketing experts, skillful negotiators, and relentless client advocates. As trusted advisors, we guide clients through some of the largest financial decisions of their lives, ensuring clarity, confidence, and success at every step. We believe every client is unique, just like their home, and no two transactions are ever the same. With innovative strategies, we consistently raise the bar orchestrating impactful marketing campaigns, setting record prices, reducing time on the market, and resolving challenges before they become obstacles.
We understand that selling your home is a major life event, and in any market, it requires a thoughtful, multifaceted approach. That’s why you can count on René Bartum and The Next Steps Group to manage the entire process seamlessly. Always on call, we take our vocation seriously, thriving on hard work, meaningful connections, and the gratitude we feel after each successful transaction.
STRATEGIC METHODS TO
HELP SELLERS SUCCEED
The Art of Storytelling
Every home holds a story waiting to be shared. It’s not just about the structure itself, but the lifestyle and experiences it represents. By showcasing that lifestyle, we breathe life into your property and help buyers imagine themselves living there.
Crafting this emotional connection requires the right strategy and expertise. Through compelling visuals and lifestyle-driven narratives, we capture attention in ways traditional marketing cannot. Videos and creative campaigns of this kind often reach thousands of viewers online, making your home stand out and resonate deeply with prospective buyers.
Tech‑Driven Marketing Solutions
Our in-house team of creative experts designs tailored marketing strategies for every property we represent. We leverage a wide range of tools and techniques from professional photography, videography, and immersive virtual tours to 3D walkthroughs, SEO-driven websites, print and digital advertising, instant text-for-info signage, QR codes, and virtual staging. We also host impactful open house events, both in person and online, ensuring your home receives maximum exposure and connects with the right buyers.
TAILORED PRICING STRATEGY
The true value of a property isn’t set by an agent or seller it’s defined by current market conditions. To ensure accuracy, we analyze the latest MLS data and identify comparable properties that reflect your home’s position in the market. Using proven appraisal methods, we establish a defensible listing price that aligns with real-time trends. Combined with our deep market expertise, this approach guarantees that your home is priced strategically, marketed effectively, and positioned to achieve the best possible outcome.
Unmatched Online Visibility
We know how to connect with the 90% of buyers who begin their search online. In today’s digital marketplace, it’s essential that your home stands out across every platform. Since most buyers start their journey online, targeted visibility is at the core of our selling strategy.
That’s why we showcase every listing on leading websites and social media channels, pairing professionally written descriptions with stunning photography that sparks emotion and engagement. By ensuring your home makes a powerful first impression, we inspire buyers to take the next step and see more.
Preparing Your Home for Sale
Even small adjustments can greatly enhance the appeal of your listing. Buyers are willing to pay more for a home that feels well‑maintained, clean, and uncluttered a space where they can easily picture themselves living. Our team carefully reviews every detail to ensure your property is truly ready to sell.
When needed, professional home staging becomes a powerful tool, helping your home sell faster and often at a higher price. After all, you only get one chance to make a lasting first impression.
WHY CHOOSE RENE BARTUM?
By leveraging advanced technologies, innovative marketing strategies, and expert negotiation, René Bartum delivers a personalized selling experience tailored to your needs. We utilize the industry’s most powerful resources to ensure your home sells quickly and at the highest possible value.
Our team manages every detail, overseeing hundreds of tasks to guarantee a seamless and successful transaction. No property is too small; every listing receives the same first‑class service. With a proven track record of turning expired and failed listings into SOLD homes, René Bartum knows how to achieve results that exceed expectations.
Visibility is the first step toward a successful sale
Zillow Preferred, Zillow, Realtor.com, Homes.com, and other leading platforms provide powerful visibility for your listing. Partnering with eXp Realty and The Next Steps Group, we ensure your property reaches a vast audience of buyers. Your home will be everywhere it needs to be seen, showcased, and sold
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