3 stupid mistakes home owners make when selling their house

Looking to sell your house in Kolkata?

Selling your house is a time-consuming process. Not just that, it is also emotionally taxing.

Irrespective of why you’re looking to sell your house, it’s very easy to get frustrated and confused during the process.

A lot of people get tired and give up. Or even worse, sell off their house at a much lesser price than the standard market rates.

And finding a buyer is just one part of the story. You also have to manage all the paperwork involved.

It’s only obvious why so many people take help of a real estate agent for buying or selling their property.

If you’re selling your house and want to make a profitable deal, avoid these 3 simple mistakes.

1. Don’t be in a hurry to sell your house

People sell their houses for different reasons. It could be because…

  • They’re buying a new, bigger place
  • They’re moving to a new city or locality
  • They need the money
    …or something else.

Whatever your reason is, don’t be in a hurry to close a deal. Due to the stress involved in selling a house, a lot of home owners make the mistake of accepting the first offer that comes their way.

Like with most things, being patient when selling your house also pays off.

2. Don’t have crazy expectations

When selling a house, a lot of people quote an exorbitant amount and refuse to budge. But you shouldn’t forget that buyers also do their own research. They’re usually aware of the market rates of an area.

While it’s okay to quote a higher price so you have room for negotiation, you shouldn’t be stuck on it.

3. DIY isn’t as easy as you think

Selling a house is easy. You spread the word in your network. Someone who is looking to buy will get in touch with you. You close the deal. And done.

But sadly, it hardly ever works that way.

Apart from looking for a suitable buyer, selling a house also involves a lot of paper work. Hiring a real estate agent makes things a lot simpler.

19+ years of experience in the real estate business and interaction with thousands of clients have given us a fair idea about the common mistakes people make when buying, selling or renting property in Kolkata.

I hope this article makes buying a house simpler for you.

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