How to Sell Your Home Archive


Do I really need an agent?

Saturday, November 24th, 2007
Most home sellers hire real estate agents to list and sell their homes. Most of those who do not are known as For Sale By Owners, or FSBOs. They market and sell their homes themselves. ...
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What if I am not happy with the listing agent and want to terminate the contract?

Saturday, November 24th, 2007
Experts say unhappiness is not a legal reason to terminate a valid home sale-listing contract. Legally, to cancel a listing, you must be able to prove the agent's lack of "due diligence." This means the agent isn't taking the normal steps to properly market your home, such as putting your ...
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What is the most common type of contract for listing properties?

Saturday, November 24th, 2007
The exclusive right to sell. It gives the real estate broker the exclusive right to sell your home during the term of the listing. If a sale occurs - even if you sell the home yourself - the broker gets a commission. The broker may share the listing with other ...
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What questions should I ask an agent interested in selling my home?

Saturday, November 24th, 2007
Interview at least three local agents who sell homes in your community. Grill them about the following: ...
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How do I find the right agent for me?

Saturday, November 24th, 2007
To begin with, think local. Select someone who is very familiar with your neighborhood and the properties for sale in it. Then, if you are selling, say, a condominium, choose an agent with expertise selling apartments to potential homeowners. ...
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Do I need an attorney to sell a home?

Saturday, November 24th, 2007
Although most sellers can handle routine real estate purchase contracts, some experts say it is a good idea to be represented by an attorney, particularly if you are selling on your own. You should choose one with expertise in real estate transactions. Before hiring someone discuss all the details of ...
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What are some costs associated with buying a new home?

Saturday, November 24th, 2007
Basically, the costs are no different from when you purchased your existing home. They include moving expenses, loan costs, the down payment, a home inspection, title work and policy, and paying for a new hazard insurance policy. Your lender can give you a disclosure of estimated costs when you apply ...
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What are some costs associated with selling my home?

Saturday, November 24th, 2007
Besides the costs related to making repairs and improving the overall appearance of the home, as the seller you will also need to pay the following: ...
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How can I get a quick sale, particularly in a slow market?

Saturday, November 24th, 2007
One of the most important things to consider is price. You may want to reduce the price of your home or, at the very beginning, set it at a low price that will generate more buyer interest. ...
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Are there tips for selling a vacant home?

Saturday, November 24th, 2007
Yes. Once furniture is removed from the home, you will notice all kinds of imperfections you never paid attention to before---rips in the carpet, holes in the walls, and dinginess. In an empty house, everything stands out. What you see is what potential buyers will also see. So you may ...
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