We created the My Home Selling Guide website to help you the Home Seller. 

Selling your home is a great deal more involved than merely planting a For Sale sign on your lawn. From setting a price to attracting buyers to negotiating an agreement, there are a series of choices, each one of which can make a distinct difference in the final outcome.

Whether you're a first-time seller or you have plenty of experience, you're bound to have questions. Here, we've put together some of the most important answers and advice for selling a home.

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Location and Price and Condition - OH MY!7/8/2008 3:12 PM
Real Estate is likely to be the most valuable investment the average person will own in their lives. Unfortunately, most people spend more time preparing their cars for sale than their homes. Taking a deeper look at the elements buyers consider when purchasing a home and responding to what buyers are looking for can help you maximize your return!
What is a Real Estate Short Sale?7/8/2008 2:45 PM
For a variety of reasons, it is possible that the total debt on your home may be more than what the home is worth. Most of the time, this isn't a problem because time is the solution. Depending on how much you owe, just wait it out and the value of your home goes up. Problem solved. However, this could take years.
Don't Be Home When Your House is Shown7/8/2008 10:47 AM
Again and again, I hear stories from fellow real estate agents that affirm what I also see as true: it is not a good idea for the seller to be present when their home is being viewed by buyers. While it may be inconvenient for the seller to stay away, it is important that they not be there. Let me explain.
Alternative Income Sources For Real Estate Agents7/8/2008 10:17 AM
Tough times in the real estate market have made many agents look beyond the traditional residential home sales market to bolster their incomes in a declining market. Performing Broker Price Opinions (BPOs), listing Short Sales, and breaking into the REO/Foreclosure market can add lucrative income streams to your bottom line in these tough times. Any of the three can mean a six-figure income in a time when other agents are struggling just to pay the bills.
Are You an Agent Who Posts There Listings on Classified Sites?7/7/2008 3:30 PM
I know a lot of you are in a hurry to list your properties when you first register on real estate classified sites. You put so much time and effort into listing all the features, specifications and you even provided a great description on all of your properties... But, did you put enough time and effort into your agent profile?
Be Patient With Prospecting!7/7/2008 3:19 PM
When starting a prospecting or marketing regimen you don't always see immediate results. It can take on average three months to see results from the prospecting you start today. During this time you may not make much money, but by sticking with your prospecting and being consistent you will build a profitable Real Estate business.
Backyard Additions That Make Buyers Run7/7/2008 7:49 AM
Now that summer's here, it's time for your backyard to shine. The right mix of greenery and space for entertaining can put the final twinkle in a potential buyer's eye. No longer just a yard for the kids to run around in, or a garden to plant a few shrubs, backyards are quickly becoming extensions of the home. Outdoor rooms are increasingly common around the country, with features like built-in fire pits, kitchens, and weather-proof furniture that would blend in with the most elegant interior designs.
Pricing My Home to Sell Privately7/3/2008 2:03 PM
Many people to-day are making the decision to sell their home privately and are reaping the rewards and huge savings. They also now realize that selling their home without an agent/broker was not the daunting task they first believed it would be. By following the correct advice particularly when it comes to pricing the end result was a quick and successful sale.
How to Sell Your House Fast!7/3/2008 8:06 AM
It is a known fact that the longer your house floats around on those real estate listings the greater the pressure becomes for you to lower your set price and the less likely it is to sell at all! To sell your house quickly is the most effective and efficient way to receive the price you originally asked for it. There are many things you can do to help with the speed of selling your home, but the best and very first method you should use is to place the procedure into the hands of an estate agent. ...
Home Selling in a Slow Market - An Alternative Method to Sell Your House in 3 Weeks7/3/2008 7:25 AM
Selling a home in today's market is no easy task! I know, because for seven months after I listed my home with a realtor, I had no buyers. Did I fire my realtor? Nope. But I did tell her we needed to use a new strategy if we were to ever get my house sold. And I discovered an alternative method that make home selling in 21 days almost a cinch.
Real Estate - It's a Buyer's Market!7/2/2008 3:33 PM
Selling your house is a crucial task, especially in a buyer's market. A seller has to consider maintenance and a professional inspection of the house as important factors to get an appropriate selling price.
Leave it to the Expert - Sell Your House to Miami Real Estate Market7/2/2008 3:18 PM
Selling a home can give you a lot of stress, especially if you don't ask for an assistance of a real estate agent. In selling your house you must always maintain the cleanliness of your house, you must be always ready for some late calls from different realtors that will offer some deals. But if you really want to sell your house in a timely manner, you should use the service of a real estate agent.
8 Easy Tips For Selling Real Estate Today!7/2/2008 3:13 PM
Currently, we are in a buyer's market, which means that many sellers struggle to sell their houses. Even though it is a buyer's market, there are many things that you can do to make your property more attractive to sellers. Here are eight easy tips for selling real estate today.
Selling Your Home in a Tough Real Estate Market7/2/2008 3:12 PM
Selling your home in a tough real estate market with a fair price isn't that easy! In today's market, it can be daunting and extremely stressful. Maintaining your house is equally important to attract buyers.
How to Guide to Selling Your House in 21 Days Or Less7/2/2008 2:08 PM
How to quickly sell your home. No losing profits on your investment.
How to Achieve Great Curb Appeal With Real Estate7/2/2008 11:08 AM
Most prospective home buyers decide whether they're interested in a home within 8 seconds of their arrival. If you understand the importance of curb appeal and want to achieve a winning look for your home, keep reading for some great related tips right from the pros.
Mistakes to Avoid When Selling Your Home7/2/2008 8:54 AM
If you're looking to sell your house, the first thing you should do is to hire a realtor. Many people made the mistake of choosing agents based on their convenience rather than their experience and this may prove to be disastrous. When working with a real estate agent, it's critical that you have full confidence in that agent's experience and education.
How to Price Your Home Correctly For Selling7/2/2008 8:53 AM
Most probably people who are selling their house would want the highest return from it. At the same time, price is the most important element to be considered for the buyers before they start pondering about other features to buy a house. When you price your house too high, you might need to take the risk that nobody is going to buy your house. Of course, you don't want to get nothing by selling your house in a low price.
What Are the Average Realtor Fees Anyway?7/1/2008 1:20 PM
The best way to ensure that the sale of your home goes successfully is to acquire the services of a professional real estate agent. Of course, you can always try to sell the home on your own, but this is certainly not something for the faint of heart. However, one of the things you must do if you decide to go with a realtor is pay their realtor fees.
Make Over and Teamwork to Sell Your House on Miami Real Estate Market7/1/2008 12:22 PM
Moving on is very hard to do, knowing that all the memories you have will be left behind. Transferring to one place to another will be a very challenging task for most of the people.

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10 Common Seller Mistakes

1. Over pricing their home

2. Not allowing their home to be shown.

3. Not keeping their home clean and in good showing condition.

4. Not leaving their home during a showing.

5. Talking to the buyer or buyer’s agent and giving wrong information or wrong impressions.

6. Panic selling, I’ve got to sell my home now!

7. Not seeing their home through buyer’s eyes. “My home is the best in the area” syndrome.

8. Believing an Open House will sell their home.

9. Demanding their Realtor change how they market their home instead of relying on the Realtor’s experience and expertise.

10. Choosing the wrong Realtor.

 

 

  

 

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