"Hovering"
Whenever possible, do not be home during showings. This is impossible or impractical if you are selling the home yourself. If you have a real estate agent, leave when the house is shown – buyers must always be accompanied by their licensed agents. Lurking sellers make buyers nervous because buyers often feel that they are intruding and then rush through without really understanding the benefits of your property. They are hesitant to talk about changes to the property or features they do not like. Buyers often feel uncomfortable closely inspecting the house, opening closets, or cabinets in the presence of the owners. It is easier for buyers to visualize themselves in the property when they have a chance to evaluate and discuss their matters among themselves. If you must be home, be invisible. Unless there is a significant reason, do not insist that your agent to be present for all showings. That will limit your showing activity. Agents want privacy with their buyers and often, they do not have time to work around your agent's schedule.
Waiting It Out
If you decide to wait, you are joining the thousands of other homeowners who have also decided to wait. When a few decide it is time to take the plunge, you are already too late. If you need/ want to sell now, then sell now. There will never be a better time.
Not Taking the First Offer
This happens often. The seller gets an early offer and is suddenly filled with confidence that the house will easily sell and might even inspire a bidding war. It feels like you are standing over a pond packed with hungry fish.
The first offer does not seem great, and you naturally assume
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