Well, it’s not. Selling a house is like a roller- coaster ride full of unexpected twists and turns. Buying and selling a house involves big figures, transactions, emotional turmoil, and a considerable amount of paperwork and details to be sorted out. Be prepared and knowledgeable about the process. Expect yourself to be challenged at every turn. Keep your cool and don’t lose your composure. The more professional you are, the higher your chances are to land a successful sale. The same goes for your real estate agents. 2. SELLERS HIRE THE WRONG AGENT. Sellers tend to prefer an agent who quotes a high listing price or cheap commission rate to an agent with an excellent reputation and negotiation skills. This costly mistake might lead the agent to sell the property under its actual market value price, or just because the property remains on the market unsold. They just want to be done with it, and don’t necessarily have the seller’s best interests in mind. 3. EMOTIONS GETTING IN THE WAY. Sellers and their agents underestimate the
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