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Do-it-yourself real estate tempting, but beware of pitfalls.

Publication: Mississippi Business Journal
Publication Date: 24-APR-06
Format: Online
Delivery: Immediate Online Access
Full Article Title: Do-it-yourself real estate tempting, but beware of pitfalls.(Focus)

Article Excerpt
Signs proclaiming 'For Sale by Owner' often pop up in front of houses only to be replaced by a Realtor's sign in a few days or weeks. It's tempting for homeowners to try the do-it-yourself kind of property transaction but the professionals warn of pitfalls in doing so. The Realtors interviewed by the Mississippi Business Journal say most folks have no idea what they're getting into when trying to sell their homes. That's why the for sale signs change quickly.

A check list to consider before trying to sell your home:

* Time involved to show the home at all hours of the day.

* Cost of advertising.

* Having an open house is time consuming and people must be carefully watched.

* A contract is a...

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