analysis to set a realistic asking price. • First Day High-Price Blues: Don't overprice your home just to "see how it goes." Price your home competitively from the start to generate interest and gain attention from buyers. • Un-rushed High Pricing: Don't think that you can sell your home for more money just by waiting for the market to change. Price your home based on current market values to sell your home more quickly and for more money.
Other Seller Mistakes
In addition to pricing mistakes, there are a number of other common seller mistakes that can sabotage your sale. Here are a few to watch out for: • Selling Before Getting Qualified Yourself: Don't enter a contract to sell your home before you get pre-approved for a loan to buy another home. This could leave you in a difficult situation if you're not able to qualify for a mortgage. • Wasting Time on Unqualified Buyers: Don't show your home to buyers who are not qualified to purchase it. This is a waste of time and can frustrate you and your real estate agent. • "Hovering": Don't be home during showings of your house. This makes buyers uncomfortable and can prevent them from seeing the home in its best light. • Waiting It Out: Don't wait for the perfect time to sell your home. The best time to sell is when you're ready to sell. • Not Taking the First Quick Bid: Don't reject the first offer you get on your home out of hand. The first offer may be
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