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Zion National Park

For Sale by Owner (FSBO)

Can I sell my house myself?

MARKET CONDITION

What makes a house sell?
When is the best time to list a house for sale?
Is there any seasonality to the market?
What about market conditions — price trends, interest rates, and the economy in general? Should they have any bearing on when I list?
How long should it take to sell?
What if I can't sell my old house before I have to move?
What if I do have to sell my current house first?

PRICING

How do I price my house?
What is "fair market value," and how do I determine mine?
What's the difference between fair market value and asking price?
Who can help me determine the right asking price?
How flexible should I be about the asking price?

HOME IMPROVEMENTS FOR SELLING

Should I fix my house up before it goes on the market?
What is "curb appeal," and how do I create it?
What should I do to make the house show better?
Should I make any major home improvements?
Should I do the work myself?
Am I liable for repairs after I sell?

Home Warranties

What about home warranties? Are they available to sellers as well as buyers?

Marketing your Home

How do I reach the right potential buyers?
What's an MLS and why do I need one?
How important is advertising?

Open House

What should I expect from an open house?
Should I try to avoid being at home when the house is shown?
Who actually sells my house — a broker or a sales professional?
Will my sales professional be present at the closing?

Working with a Real Estate Professional

What makes a sales professional effective?
How do I find the sales professional who's right for me?
Do I have to pay a commission even if I find the buyer?
What is the advantage of an exclusive right-to-sell?
What if my sales professional doesn't produce?
Why list my house with an ERA Broker?
FSBO Market Conditions Pricing Home Improvements Home Warranties Marketing Open House Working with a Professional


Contact Info

Jennifer Davis
Realtor®

Phone: 435.586.9775
Fax: 435.586.9260
Mobile: 435.590.1317
Toll Free: 800.819.2771

ERA Realty Center
259 West 200 North
Cedar City, UT 84720

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