Inland Empire VA & Military Home Sellers Guide

Why the Inland Empire Is Different for VA & Military Home Sellers

The Inland Empire has a high concentration of VA and FHA buyers due to its affordability and commute
routes to nearby bases and employment centers. As a seller, you’ll want a plan that accounts for:

• PCS orders, separation dates, or relocation timelines
• VA loan appraisal and property requirements
• Buyers commuting to bases or major employment corridors
• BAH budgets relative to Inland Empire home prices

For market context that impacts VA buyers, review the
Local Market Update.

Step 1: Planning Around PCS, Relocation, or Separation

The first step is aligning your sale with your real-world timeline:

• Target close-of-escrow and move-out dates
• Whether you’ll already be at your next location
• Whether a rent-back or flexible possession is helpful

You can see timing benchmarks in the
Home Selling Timeline
and estimate net proceeds with the
Seller Net Sheet.

Step 2: Preparing Your Inland Empire Home for VA Buyers

Many Inland Empire buyers use VA loans. Preparing for VA appraisal requirements can help keep your buyer’s
loan on track:

• Functional heating and major systems
• Smoke and CO detectors where required
• No peeling paint on older surfaces
• Secure handrails on stairs and steps
• No obvious safety hazards or broken windows

For overall presentation, staging, and buyer appeal, see the
Prep & Staging Guide.

Step 3: Pricing for VA & Military Buyers in the Inland Empire

Inland Empire VA and military-related buyers often focus on cities like Murrieta, Menifee, Riverside,
Moreno Valley, Beaumont, Banning, Hemet, and surrounding areas. We’ll review:

• Recent comparable sales, especially VA or FHA-financed
• Active competition in your city and neighborhood
• Buyer demand at your price point
• Appraisal patterns in your micro-market

For more detail on how we choose the right price, see
Home Value & Pricing Strategy.

Step 4: Selling While You’re Remote, PCSing, or Deployed

Many Inland Empire VA and military sellers close after they’ve already moved. With digital signatures and
clear coordination, you can:

• Review and sign documents electronically
• Have inspections and access coordinated on your behalf
• Close without being physically present

For the full experience from listing through closing, see
What to Expect When You List With Us.

Step 5: Financial Planning for VA & Military Sellers

VA and military sellers often plan around BAH, housing at the next station, or a new role. We’ll look at:

• Estimated proceeds using the
  Seller Net Sheet
• Buyer demand and likely days on market via the
  Local Market Update
• Whether renting vs. selling is worth comparing in your case