Selling Tips

Your Agent should show you research to back up any recommendations
Ask your friends and acquaintances for recommendations, but make your final choice based on your needs
Look for traits such as enthusiasm, empathy, perseverance, extensive knowledge, and a firm commitment to the business in your Agent
Choose a local Agent
Ask for references from the Agent
Ask the Agent to show you what will be done to market your home
Look for an Agent who tells you what he or she knows from experience in the market, and doesn’t just try to flatter you
At market value, you open your home up to more people who can afford the price, so don’t list your property at a higher price without good reason
Make a good first impression of your home, both in the interior and exterior
Let the Agent turn any comments about the shortcomings of your home into a selling point

Combine a pre-sale inspection with a home warranty
A pre-sale inspection gives a the buyer a baseline evaluation of the house, while a home warranty policy offers a buyer some protection against unexpected repairs. Inspections cost from $200 to $500 while warranties range from $300 to $400.
Pretend you're the buyer
The more pleasing and memorable the experience of viewing your home, the more likely a buyer is to either make an offer on the spot or return to see it again. Set aside your emotional attachment and act on your instincts. Warm up the decor if it seems sterile. Trim your shrubbery if it blocks a clear curbside view of the house.
Include a decorating allowance
A buyer who likes your house could be put off by the amount of redecorating it may require. Consider an allowance for new carpeting or fresh paint.
Offer financial help
Aiding a buyer financially can be tricky, but in the right circumstances (for example, if you have a lot of equity), covering closing costs or several months of mortgage payments can make a deal happen.
Be flexible about move-in arrangements
If a buyer needs short-term storage space before closing, for example, consider offering your garage or basement, especially if you have already moved out. Protect yourself by stipulating fast removal of these possessions should the deal fall through, or setting up an escrow fund to cover any cleanup or removal costs.