Think of putting your house on the market like entering a race. It’s your house against the other houses for sale and may the best house win, or in this case sell. In a normal race, you would size up the competition – who might be faster or stronger than you, and putting your house on the market is no different. Have your agent give you an honest evaluation of where your house stacks up to other current listings. Are there simple improvements like painting or landscaping that should be done prior to listing? In a competitive market, first impressions are so important. It’s wise to find out what the market is like before you even list it. Ask your agent to send you a list of recent sales, so you can see what price range houses similar to yours are selling. Be informed of the market so you can have realistic expectations.
