• Consider comparables. What have other homes in your neighborhood sold for recently? How do they compare to yours in terms of size, upkeep, and amenities?
   
• Consider competition. How many other houses are for sale in your area? Are you competing against new homes?
   
• Consider your contingencies. Do you have special concerns that would affect the price you’ll receive? For example, do you want to be able to move in four months?
   
• Be accurate. Studies show that homes priced more than 3 percent over the correct price take longer to sell.
    
• Know what you’ll take. It’s critical to know what price you’ll accept before beginning a negotiation with a buyer.

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