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Preparing your home for sale involves making sure your home is in the best condition possible to appeal to prospective buyers. How you prepare your house will vary based on the home's condition, location, and your priorities as a seller. And remember โ€” you shouldn't cancel your homeowners insurance until the sale of your home has closed.

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What are the pros and cons of selling your home on your own?

Selling a house and managing a real estate transaction can be a complex, challenging task. You'll save on paying the agent's commission, but do you have the time, energy, and expertise required to handle the complexities of a real estate transaction on your own? Consider all the pros and cons of trying to sell your house on your own.

There are services for homeowners who are selling their homes, where they can purchase a la carte agent services, access the MLS, legal documents, and other marketing services for a flat fee.

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