How do you tackle the editing process?

I have cut my word count from 137,000 words to 94,000.

For me, the last part of the editing process is reducing the word count and tightening the dialogue. After I finish this thorough edit, I will do one more.

I have used a private literary editor, but it will then be time for my manuscript to be looked over by a professional literary service. I realis that ot all want-to-be novelists have the resources to pay for professioal help.

Included with manuscript will be pages listing the section headings and chapters, the blurb, cover design, synopsis, and covering letter.

I want to ensure my novel is ready to submit to agents/agencies.