【World Property Journal】Over One Third of Americans Cry While Selling Their Home

According to Zillow's latest research, 61 percent of sellers are buying a new home at the same time, which adds significant pressure and financial complexity to the process.  Zillow's survey shows that nearly 7 out of 10 people mistimed the process, with more than one-third saying the sale of their home took longer than expected.

Sellers can take steps to help speed up, streamline and de-stress the process
 

• Prepare your home for sale early and be strategic about when to list. Nationwide, the best time to sell a home is May 1 to May 15. Homes sold in the first half of May sell six days faster and for $1,600 more than the average listing.

• Pay attention to online curb appeal. The vast majority of buyers begin their home search online so talk to your agent about using high-resolution photography to highlight your home's unique features on all devices.

• Be ready to make concessions. Zillow research finds 83 percent of sellers make trade-offs with buyers, the most common being the inclusion of appliances in the sale.

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