5 Things to Avoid When Selling Your Home (Unless You Want Drama)

Selling your home isn’t just about putting a sign in the yard and waiting for offers to roll in. It’s about strategy, timing, and knowing what not to do. Think of it like prepping for a big date—you want to look your best, make a great impression, and avoid any awkward moments.

Here are five common mistakes that can sabotage your sale (and how to dodge them like a Jedi):

1. Overpricing the Home

I get it—you love your home. Maybe it has memories, upgrades, and that backsplash you installed with your bare hands. But buyers? They’re comparing your home to others, not your effort.

Why it matters:

An overpriced home sits. And sits. And then drops in price... and starts to look like leftovers on Zillow. Let’s price it right from the start and get real interest.

2. Skipping Professional Photos

If your listing photos were taken with a flip phone in bad lighting... we have a problem. First impressions are made online. Your home needs to pop on screens before buyers ever step inside.

Pro tip:

Professional photos highlight your home’s best features, minimize distractions, and make it stand out in a crowded market. It’s basically your home’s dating profile—let’s make it look swipe-worthy.

3. Ignoring Repairs or Maintenance

Buyers notice the little things: squeaky doors, chipped paint, leaky faucets. And they start wondering what bigger issues might be lurking.

Why it matters:

Minor repairs send a message: “This home has been taken care of.” Skipping them sends a different message: “Good luck, future owner.”

4. Being Hard to Schedule Showings With

If you’re saying no to every showing request or needing a week’s notice, you’re shrinking your buyer pool. Remember: motivated buyers don’t wait—they move on.

Let them in.

The more people who see your home, the better your chances of getting strong offers (and maybe even multiple!).

5. Letting Emotions Take the Wheel

Selling can be emotional—it’s your home, after all. But once you’re on the market, it’s also a business decision. Taking low offers personally, getting offended by feedback, or refusing to negotiate can all backfire.

Stay cool, calm, and strategic.

I’ll help you handle the numbers, feedback, and negotiations with your goals (and your sanity) intact.

Final Thought:

Selling your home is a big deal—but it doesn’t have to be a stressful one. With the right plan, the right mindset, and the right agent (🙋‍♂️), we’ll make your next move smooth, smart, and maybe even a little fun.

Let’s sell it the Saber way.

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