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The Most Common Mistakes First-Time Sellers Make
Dated: July 12 2022
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Even though many people are focused on some of the most common mistakes that first-time home buyers make, there are also a lot of mistakes that first-time sellers make. Your house is an investment, and the time to capitalize on that investment is when you sell your house. What are some of the
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mistakes you need to avoid if you want to find the best deal possible?
Setting The Price Too High
One of the most common mistakes that sellers make is setting the price too high. Yes, you want to get as much money for your house as possible, but you do not want to be unrealistic about the money you think you can get for your home. Remember that the list price is used to drive interest in your property. If you set the price too high, people may cross it off of their list before they even take a look at it. The more people you have interested in your property, the better. Make sure you set a realistic list price.
Automatically Taking The Highest Offer
Even though you want to get as much money as possible for your home, always take a look at the details of the offer before you accept it. For example, financing could fall through. Maybe the appraisal comes in too low, and the bank refuses to finance the property. Furthermore, if you accept slightly less money for a cash offer, you might be able to save money on closing expenses, which means more money in your pocket. Always take a look at the details of each offer before you decide which one to take.
Not Working With A Real Estate Agent
Finally, a lot of homeowners believe that they can simply sell the house on their own. Unfortunately, if you do not use a real estate agent, you significantly limit the exposure of your property because you cannot list your house on the MLS. This means that some people may not even know your house is on the market. This could limit the number of offers you get.
Therefore, you should always work with a real estate professional who can help you market your house, review your offers, and walk away with as much money for your house as possible.
Adrian Willanger
Adrian Willanger has been helping clients buy and sell Seattle area homes for the past 21 years – building a business based on the key principles of clear communication, attention to detail, client ....
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