Selling a home in a tight economy can prove problematic — but not impossible. A seller can take several steps to improve the chance of selling a property. A number of Web sites offer a range of tips on this very topic. Here are a few links worth a visit:
• RealEstateABC.com: www.realestateabc.com/homeselling/Features advice on preparing a home for sale, pricing and more.
• Bankrate.com: www.bankrate.com/brm/news/real-estate/selling.aspOffers articles that cover a wide-range of home selling tips, tricks and problems.
• Homes 101: www.homes101.net/home-seller-tips/Covers deciding to sell a home, preparing a residence for sale and legal issues.
• Nolo: www.nolopress.org/index.cfm/Under the “Property and Money” menu, click on “real estate.” Discusses legal considerations when selling a home, with several related home sale articles.
• USAA Educational Foundation: www.usaaedfoundation.org/house/sh01.aspProvides comprehensive look at selling a home, including how-to-sell strategies.
— Chuck Myers, McClatchy-Tribune News Service
Tips from the Pros features tips on issues of interest to homeowners. Local professionals are encouraged to participate. Contact Heather L. Modlin at 373-7144 or e-mail heather.modlin@news-record.com.