However, let me summarize a bit about what you should consider to avoid trouble in the process. To eliminate any misunderstandings by you, your agent, or an interested buyer, discuss this list with your trusted licensed real estate agent. · Selling your home before you are qualified to buy another — Financial situations change, along with loan requirements. · Guessing your mortgage payoff — Know if penalties exist. · 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 options if this happens. · 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. · Being prepared for closing — Your agent and your real estate 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 home buyers view your home. If they are not eligible, even for creative financing, it’s a waste of everyone’s time — especially yours. Remember you don't have to like your real estate agent; you just need the confidence they are going to sell your home. Interview your realtor, ask questions get to the heart of what they are going
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