Start your sale early for success
Be prepared for competitive real estate market
When is remodeling a waste of money?
Consider the tradeoffs before making decision
Highest priced offer not always the best
Home buying and selling carries high stakes
Don't mistake a purchase as your last chance
History of late closings looms
How can you tell the difference?
Alternative to mortgage insurance could save money
Fewer buyers, but less competition at year's end
Time, further inspections can be frustrating
Unsuccessful deal may swallow improvement funds, invite mechanics liens
Buyers put on reporter's hat to make best decision
What you don't know may surprise you
First offer not always the best
Blemished reports make borrowing money more difficult
Some pre-sale investments make more sense than others
Buyers look to reduce home-ownership costs
Part 2 of 2: Avoiding a seller's worst nightmare
