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• What is your number 1 piece of advice for selling a house?

  As a real estate agent, what's your best advice for selling a house? Especially if you could tell someone only 1 piece of advice for selling a house, what would it be? Thanks!!

  • Asked by Ted
  • Austin, TX
  • 242 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• Do I need to maintain a house between moving and closing?

  I've moved out of my house and have 2 months until the closing date. Do I need to continue maintenance on the house? I'm especially thinking about the lawn maintenance. I'm out of state now and can't take care of it on my own.

  • Asked by Gerry
  • Lexington, KY
  • 330 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• How do I sell a fully furnished house ?

  I'd like to sell my furniture with my house. How do I sell a fully furnished house? I don't want to negotiate pieces and I don't want to deal with the hassle of trying to sell off all of it separately. I can't take it with me to my next location. Can I include all the furniture in the list price? Or will that turn off potential buyers?

  • Asked by Meredith
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 364 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  1 Answer

• Can I sell my shed separately from the house?

  My realtor has a buyer for my house and they made an offer on the house. I have a portable shed in the back yard. Can I sell the shed separately from the house?

  • Asked by Selby Fuller
  • Wills Point, TX
  • 304 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  1 Answer

• Can I take light fixtures when moving out?

  We're thinking of selling, but I really love some of our light fixtures. Can I take the light fixtures with me when we move? How do I negotiate this with the buyer?

  • Asked by Hudson
  • Denver, CO
  • 450 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  6 Answers

• Does a 3 season room count towards square footage?

  We're looking to sell our home and wondering if our 3 season room will count towards the square footage of the house?

  • Asked by Mary
  • Nashville, TN
  • 360 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  1 Answer

• Can I ask someone if they are willing to sell their home?

  There's one specific neighborhood that I want to live in, but nothing's for sale. I don't want to be a creep, but if someone is thinking of selling their house, I'd like to be the first one to jump on it. Can I ask people if they're willing to sell their house? If so, how do I ask someone to sell their house?

  • Asked by Janice
  • Orland Park, IL
  • 420 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  2 Answers

• How do I negotiate a rent back after I sell my home?

  I need to sell my house before buying another. I'd like time (a few weeks) in between selling and buying the next house. How do I negotiate a rent back after I sell my home?

  • Asked by Charlie
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 246 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  2 Answers

• What's the benefit of a pocket listing?

  I have a friend that did a pocket listing and it seems like a good idea. What is a pocket listing? What's the benefit of a pocket listing? And is it better than just listing the house?

  • Asked by Lucas
  • Portland, OR
  • 423 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• with a quick sale, do I pay realtor commission in Michigan?

  • Asked by Sarah Rossell
  • Lansing, MI
  • 304 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• Should I remodel my kitchen prior to selling??

  • Asked by Wendy Burgener Wallin
  • Wardner, ID
  • 373 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  4 Answers

• Why does the seller pay all the commission?

  It seems unfair that the entire commission falls on the seller. Why do they have to pay their agent and the buyer's agent?

  • Asked by Adelina
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 413 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  2 Answers

• Do I need to disclose if there was a death in the home?

  Death due to sickness. Do I need to disclose that when selling?

  • Asked by Agatha
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 416 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  5 Answers

• Selling as is?

  My wife and I were contacting contractors when Covid first hit, now my custom built log house is in desperate need of attention what should I do? It’s still difficult to find a contractor who can do the job. Should we sell as is? Or is it better to complete the renovation?

  • Asked by Eric R.
  • Marietta, SC
  • 402 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  6 Answers

• Can I divide my property and sell only part of it?

  We have 5 acres of land. We'd like to keep our house and sell some of the land. Is it possible to divide our current property and sell part of it? We'd like an acre but could be flexible.

  • Asked by Carl
  • Calhoun, KY
  • 438 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• How do I take my house off the MLS?

  I've decided not to sell my house at the moment. How do I take my house off the MLS? If I tell my agent I don't want to sell, will she take my house off the MLS? Am I locked into any kind of agreement with my agent if I decide to sell in the future?

  • Asked by Gretchen
  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 344 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  5 Answers

• Can I ask that people wear no shoes during showings?

  I have small kids and we don't wear shoes in the house. I also don't want someone tracking in dirt and then someone else coming later and thinking our house is dirty. How do I politely ask that people not wear shoes during showings?

  • Asked by Tiffany
  • Chicago, IL
  • 354 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  6 Answers

• How can I protect my home during an open house?

  How can I protect my belongings during an open house? While I certainly won't leave jewelry out to take, I'm wondering about other items, even basic things. With a lot of people walking through, I worrying about someone taking something.

  • Asked by Cherry
  • San Jose, CA
  • 321 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  6 Answers

• Candles or cookies for an open house?

  I've heard conflicting opinions on scents for an open house. Should I light a candle? Or I've heard of something with heating up vanilla for an open house? Do I bake cookies? Or do people not want to eat a stranger's cookies?

  • Asked by Faye
  • Lexington, KY
  • 511 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  4 Answers

• How do we sell our home?

  • Asked by Eric R.
  • Southgate, MI
  • 321 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• What can I keep on a kitchen counter during showings?

  I know I need to remove clutter, but what can I keep on my kitchen counter? Is the coffee maker, knives and spoon container ok? Should I put out some decoration or is that clutter?

  • Asked by Betsy
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 439 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  6 Answers

• Are outbuildings required to be "broom ready" same as house?

  I sold my house and have an old abandoned cabin without any services used as a storage facility. The buyer is requiring me to pay $1600 for cleanup of abandoned items stating it is also required to be broom clean. Nothing in contract states broom clean. Left house broom clean but not cabin. They are threating taking me to court. I don't believe I am responsible for this condition. What is your opinion?

  • Asked by Cynthia Sessink
  • Tipton Michigan, FL
  • 268 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  4 Answers

• USDA home help?

  Hi, I need a realtor that specializes in selling USDA homes. Are there specific requirements for selling a USDA home? I'm in Tennessee.

  • Asked by Eric R.
  • Church Hill, TN
  • 284 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• How do I get a value on property?

  My mother inherited property and an older double wide trailer....we sunk some money into it but she wants to sell it ....how do I come to a price to sell?

  • Asked by Eric R.
  • Newbern, TN
  • 253 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  2 Answers

• Should we remodel half the home?

  Our home is outdated and we want to sell. We could afford to remodel half the home, but is it worth it? Does it look weird if only 1 floor of our 2 story home is renovated? Or would the increase in home value outweigh the cost of the reno?

  • Asked by Miguel
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 250 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• What needs to be left behind after selling?

  What items need to be left behind after selling? I'm assuming appliances. What else? Thanks

  • Asked by Darren
  • Boulder, CO
  • 242 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• Is it ok to store items in the garage when selling?

  Can I use the garage for storage when selling my home? I know I need to clear out the clutter, but I need somewhere to put it. I'd prefer to not get a storage unit.

  • Asked by Isreal
  • Branson, MO
  • 523 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  7 Answers

• Can the commission rate change?

  Can the commission rate change? Can an agent decide to charge a higher commission once there's an offer? What if my home takes a long time to sell, can the agent decide to charge me a higher commission? If so, is the agent required to tell me that they are charging a higher commission?

  • Asked by Cesar
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 688 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  6 Answers

• How long should I have to wait before relist my house?

  How long should I wait before relisting my house on the MLS? The house was for sale, we took it off and now want to try to sell again. Can we list it again?

  • Asked by Sue
  • Omaha, NE
  • 1324 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  4 Answers

• How do I live in my house while selling it?

  We have 3 very young children and want to sell our house. But the thought of trying to keep the house clean constantly and having all the showings feels overwhelming. Do you have advice on how to live in our house while selling it?

  • Asked by Nicole
  • Pensacola, FL
  • 535 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• What affects a home appraisal?

  What affects a home appraisal? Do I want the appraisal to be the same as the offer or above it? Is there anything I can do that will affect the home appraisal?

  • Asked by Henry
  • Fairview, TN
  • 275 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  2 Answers

• Do I need to tell my mortgage company if I sell my house?

  Do I need to contact my mortgage company before I sell my house?

  • Asked by Rachel
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1667 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• What if I owe money after selling my house?

  I've owned my house for 4 years, but want to move. I've paid on my mortgage, but what if I don't get enough money from the sale of the house to pay the mortgage, my realtor and the closing costs. I want to buy another place with the money from the sale of this house.

  • Asked by Kamari
  • Granville, NY
  • 328 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  1 Answer

• How much equity should I have before I sell my home?

  How much equity should I have before I sell my home?

  • Asked by Fara
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 287 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  1 Answer

• Should I have my house staged before contacting a realtor?

  I would like to list my house for as much as possible, obviously. Should I have my house staged before contacting a realtor? Will I get a better list price?

  • Asked by Tarrell
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 293 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• Should I get pre-listing inspection?

  Older home from the 1970's. Preparing to sell. Should I get a pre-listing inspection?

  • Asked by Mary
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 224 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• Price in our neighborhood?

  1960. New roof. New living room hallway and bathroom floors. New paint in bathroom, kitchen, living room,hallway

  • Asked by Regina Foshee
  • Mt Ida, AR
  • 471 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  2 Answers

• What should I know about selling deceased estate property?

  What should I know about selling deceased estate property?

  • Asked by Sherry
  • Wichita, KS
  • 633 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• After I accepted an offer, can I accept a different offer?

  I accepted the first offer I got for my home and only had one showing. There's a lot of interest in my home, and I'm wondering if I should continue to have showings. If I do get another, better offer, can I back out and take the better offer?

  • Asked by Ryann
  • Palm Beach, FL
  • 379 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  4 Answers

• Is it better to list a house for a higher price?

  We've interviewed a few real estate agents. They've given similar ranges for the value of our condo. Is it better to list at the top end to try to maximize what we get from the sale?

  • Asked by Jake
  • Nashville, TN
  • 576 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  4 Answers

• Which repairs should I perform after an inspection?

  Our buyer wants a long list of repairs on the house we're selling. We feel that they're asking for too much and the repairs are unnecessary and picky. We also want the deal to go through. Do you have any advice on what repairs we should perform?

  • Asked by Matt
  • Forest Park, IL
  • 283 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  2 Answers

• How much of the selling price do I get?

  After all the closing costs and commissions are taken out, on average how much of the selling price can I expect to get?

  • Asked by Brandon
  • Reno, NV
  • 769 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  2 Answers

• What to not fix when selling a house?

  What should I not fix when selling my house? I know I should try to put my best foot forward when selling, but I also don't want to go overboard and spend a bunch of money that I won't see returned to me.

  • Asked by Liz
  • Montrose, CO
  • 506 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  1 Answer

• Im selling 2 home on lot?

  Want to buy a new home

  • Asked by Eric R.
  • Highland, CA
  • 203 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  1 Answer

• How quick can I close?

  Could i make it a 7 day closing period? Would that be enough time to get everything done?

  • Asked by Jonny F
  • Baskin, LA
  • 369 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  8 Answers

• How do i find an agent to sell a piece of property for me?

  2324 ellis creek rd Lockwood ny 14859

  • Asked by Eric R.
  • Lockwood, NY
  • 382 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  5 Answers

• Is it worth it to stage a house in Seattle?

  The Seattle market is still pretty hot. Our house is fine. Nothing super outdated, but also not trendy. Is it worth it to stage the house or will it be fine to just leave it as is since homes are moving pretty quickly still?

  • Asked by Kym
  • Seattle, WA
  • 279 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• How has COVID change the real estate market?

  how should I be thinking about things when selling my house now? Can I still list high? Do I still have to ask for masks in open houses or not do open houses at all. It's scary having people you don't know in you home.

  • Asked by Den F
  • Fredericksburg, TX
  • 481 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  3 Answers

• Is it okay for my buyers to have their mail sent to me?

  The buyers of my home have already started getting mail. I'm assuming they forwarded it but they don't own our house yet. What can I do about it? We still have another 6 weeks.

  • Asked by Tanner
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 754 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  2 Answers

• can a seller back out of a real estate contract in texas?

  I am trying to purchase a home and the seller wants to back out, is this okay in Texas?

  • Asked by Dale
  • Brookshire, TX
  • 704 views
  • Selling
  • 1 year ago
  1 Answer

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