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Top 10 Ways NOT to Sell your Home

1. Require a minimum of 72 hour written notice for all showings

2. During showings have all family members present and if possible neighbors.

3. Have all windows and draperies closed

4. Make sure at least 2 rooms are dead-bolted to prevent access.

5. Invite all friends and family to help price your home and determine that your property is worth at least 35% more than the last sale in the neighborhood (because Zillow.com said so)

6. For tenant occupied homes be sure tenants are present with a list of all malfunctioning items and grievances

7. Improve the atmosphere by have frequent “Fish-Fries” the night before showings

8. Demand no internet exposure, yard signs or advertising of any kind

9. Allowing teenagers to sleep in during showings and open houses

10. Have all pets present (You have 6 cats, but they smell like 4) and if possible 3 wet dogs.

