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Buyers can be picky in current market
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For sellers trying to offload their homes in today’s sluggish real estate market, the smallest imperfection can be a deal breaker. Bent window blinds. Pet odor. Dead bushes.
“The buyers we’re working with right now are very picky because they can be,” Valley real estate agent Jay Thompson said.
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More selling tips
• Change expectations. You probably won’t sell your home right away or make the same profit you might have six months ago.
• Fix minor problems, such as torn window screens, squeaky doors and dripping faucets.
• Consider offering a home warranty, which can make older homes more attractive to buyers.
• Offer other incentives, such as paying closing costs or pre-paying a year’s worth of homeowner association fees.
SOURCE: Zillow.com
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