NeWS to KnOW

Selling your home in today's market can be a bit of a challenge.  The huge inventories of foreclosures and short sales continue to affect sales in many neighborhoods.  CNNMoney.com highlighted several key factors that can help a traditional seller in today's market.

Here are the key factors:
1.  Price your home competitively - many sellers like to start out listing their home above fair market value but in the end they have to drop the price anyway.  The first 30 days your house is on the market are the most important and you want to show buyers that you are realistic about the price from the beginning.

2.  Be prepared to negotiate - you shouldn't feel the pressure to accept a lowball offer - just be prepared to make a counteroffer. You can also throw in incentives (like leaving your appliances) to get the buyers to bite!

3.  Stage it - professional stagers can come in a rearrange your house to highlight the key areas and make it look picture perfect.

4.  Market it - make sure your real estate professional is willing to get creative in the marketing of your home to get as much attention from buyers as possible.

Spring is a good time to sell - tips like these can help you achieve your goal!