The real estate market in Amarillo TX has picked up.  2012 was a great year and 2013 is starting out the same way.  But is our market so strong that you can sell your home in Amarillo without using a Realtor?

The short answer to this question in no.  I do not think it is wise for anyone to try to sell without using a Realtor.  Realtors have all the buyers right now.  And they can expose your house to many more buyers than you can.  But if you decide to sell it on your own you need to make sure you avoid the number one mistake that sellers make.  Pricing your house incorrectly.

Many people price their house at what they would like it to be worth, or what it used to be worth, or what their neighbor’s house sold for three years ago.  They rarely take the time to do research.  Pricing a house correctly is a big key to getting it sold.  I know that you want to get as much for it as possible but you also have to be realistic.  You need to look at market comparables in your neighborhood.  Try to look only at houses that are within 20% of the same size as yours, the same style, in the same condition, and that have sold within the last year.  If you price it too high you will miss out on the first 30 days on the market, which is the time that your house will get the most exposure.  Price it aggressively if you want it to sell quickly.  Even if you are just 5% below the rest of the competition your house will stand out.

If you have a house in Amarillo that you need to sell fast you should call me and let me make you an offer.  I can close very quickly and I take the house as is, so you don’t have to make any costly repairs.  I would be happy to give you more information.  You can call me at 806-359-7653 or visit me on line at How to Sell Your Home Without a Realtor Amarillo