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Selling Real Estate: Prepare: Gameplan

Setting a price and putting a For Sale sign in the yard, unfortunately, will in all likelihood not get your house sold. Selling real estate can be a complicated matter, since it is both a legal as well as emotional activity. We have developed a step-by-step Gameplan to take you from the decision to sell your house up to the point of closing and your move.

 Decide whether it is to your advantage to sell your house on your own or use an Agent.

If you are going to use an Agent, find the best possible Agent in your area. You can anonymously search for Agents here.

Familiarize yourself on how to price your house to make it attractive to buyers yet bring you maximum return.

Decide whether or not to do a pre-listing house inspection.

Prepare your home to be marketed. This will have the most effect on the process and should be done as soon as possible.

Get familiar with financing options.

Familiarize yourself with the different types of buyers you are likely to encounter.

Develop an advertising and marketing plan on your own or with your Agent.

Learn the fine points of negotiation.

Learn how to deal with offers.

Familiarize yourself with contracts.

Check out House Clicks Buying Real Estate section before you buy another home, especially if your move involves relocation to another city.

Make moving plans.

Know what is involved at closing and settlement.
 

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