thereof can make or break a sale. If the house is in need of a lot of maintenance and the buyers can see this, they don't have to wonder if you've maintained the important things like the systems and roof. I've always told my sellers, that the more times you can get a buyer to say wow! the faster they will write the offer and for more money. So, put yourself in the shoes of the buyers and make the house say Wow! Step two, sign the papers, put the sign up, and get the house on the market. Based on what the market is like at this time, you may be able to also go ahead and make an offer on your new home. If that is possible, it can be done but understand it can be a little stressful. The most ideal route is to get an offer on the house first and ask for a 30-day period to rent back from the buyers. Once you are under contract on the house and sure that it is closing, you can find and make an offer on your new home. It's still possible to close simultaneously but if not, a 30-day later close is still feasible. Step #9: Showing your House, Receiving an Offer on Your House, and Making One on Your New Home The next few chapters read the same whether we are referring to your sale or your purchase. Living in your home while it's on the market can be challenging but again, having a good Realtor® on your team can make all the difference. They can give you ideas to help make the showings not only easier, especially if you have pets on the premises, but safe. ****Do not let anyone any your home who isn't with a Realtor®. I am amazed at the audacity of people today who will just knock on your door and say, I saw your sign can I see inside? No! No, you can not. If they are serious they will call your Realtor® or their agent. On that note, don't go into homes for sale without your Realtor®. I am equally amazed at people who will tour a vacant home by themselves. There is a certain discount listing
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