Perfect! Here’s how to avoid killing your own deal as a seller—simple strategies to help your sale move faster, smoother, and at top value:
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Price It Right From the Start
- Work with your agent to do a comparative market analysis (CMA).
- The first 2 weeks on the market are crucial—this is when interest is highest. Don’t waste it with an unrealistic price.
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Be Open to Negotiation
- Set clear bottom lines in advance with your agent, but be prepared to meet buyers halfway on things like price, closing costs, or repair credits.
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Get the Home Ready
- Clean, declutter, and stage—even if it’s just rearranging furniture and removing personal items.
- Take care of small repairs. Replace burned-out bulbs, patch holes, fix leaks.
- Consider a pre-listing inspection to get ahead of any red flags.
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Leave During Showings
- Go for a walk or grab a coffee. Let your agent do the talking—buyers need space to picture the home as theirs.
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Disclose Everything
- Transparency builds trust. If there’s an old roof or a past plumbing leak, disclose it. Better to explain up front than have the buyer walk after an inspection.
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Invest in Great Marketing
- Ask your agent for professional photos and a video tour. Over 90% of buyers start online—your home needs to shine there.
- Use social media, listing sites, email blasts—exposure is everything.
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Make It Easy to Show
- Be as flexible as possible with showings. A last-minute showing could be the buyer. Avoid requiring too much notice or restricting times.
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Detach Emotionally
- You’re selling a product now, not memories. Trust your agent’s advice and stay focused on your goal.
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