07/12/2026
You just found the home of your dreams... and the price was just reduced. It must be meant to be!
Except, like most buyers, you need to sell your current home first.
In real estate, that's called a home sale contingency.
Scenario #1:
Your realtor writes a contingent offer, and it's accepted! Great news... except the standard contingency gives you just 2 days to get your home on the market.
Your agent rushes to snap a quick cell phone photo of the front of your house because that's all there's time for until a professional photographer can come several days later. You choose a list price without much time to review the market, and your home goes live.
The problem? First impressions matter. Buyers aren't drawn in by the photos, and many who saw the listing the first time won't be notified when the professional photos are finally uploaded.
Meanwhile, the home you fell in love with is still being shown. A month later, the sellers receive another offer—this one without a home sale contingency. They give you 24 hours to remove your contingency or terminate the contract.
Unless you can buy without selling your home, you have to let your dream home go.
Scenario #2:
Before submitting your offer, your realtor calls the photographer. They can photograph your home in three days, with edited photos ready the following day.
Your offer includes 4 days to get your home listed, and your agent explains the entire marketing plan to the seller's agent. The sellers feel confident and accept your offer.
You meet to review a detailed market analysis, compare recent sales and active competition, and price your home strategically—not emotionally.
Your listing launches with professional photos, a strong marketing plan, and the right price.
Four days later, you're negotiating an offer and your home is under contract.
A month later, after everything falls into place, you're holding the keys to your dream home.
The difference wasn't luck.
It was preparation, strategy, and having a realtor who planned several moves ahead.
So... which scenario do you think happened for my sellers? 😉🏡
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