• Underestimation of closing costs — Calculate fees, taxes, and commissions that need to be paid. • Spending earnest money — If the sale falls through, what happens to the money? • Befriending potential buyers — Discretion is imperative when buyers want to be your friend. • Fear of low appraisals — You have some options if this happens and negotiation tactics to even prevent! ask me! • The stress of showings, remodels, cleaning, phone calls — Let your agent handle the bulk of the responsibilities of selling your home. • Facing inspection requirements — Know what is expected for your home to pass. (hint - perform a pre- inspection) • Being prepared for closing — Your agent and your attorney should let you know what to expect. • Flexibility and readiness to show your home — Make preparations, so showings do not interfere with your family and your life. • Letting buyers see your home in your absence — Buyers prefer to view homes without the seller present to listen to their critiques. Any questions should be fielded by your agent. • Weeding out non-qualified buyers — You can request that only qualified homebuyers view your home. If they are not eligible, even for creative financing, it’s a waste of everyone’s time — especially yours. These are just a few questions you should ask ANY a k ANY agent you are considering hiring to list your home:
• How long have they been in real estate? 145
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