@alishacollinsrealestate: There are a few “rules” in real estate that I simply don’t follow. I’m not talking about laws or ethics. I’m talking about industry habits that I don’t think always serve my clients. Rule 1: “Don’t ask too much of the seller.” I disagree. If I think fixing something will help your home sell faster or for more money, I’m going to tell you. Buyers notice loose doorknobs. Missing caulk. Peeling paint. Broken light fixtures. Small problems often make buyers wonder what bigger problems they’re not seeing. Rule 2: “Let’s just list it and see what happens.” Absolutely not. Every listing should have a strategy before it goes live. Pricing. Preparation. Timing. Marketing. Video. Advertising. Because your first week on the market is your biggest opportunity, and I don’t believe in wasting it. Rule 3: “Don’t bother countering a low offer.” Nope. We’re going to counter. Every single time. Because buyers are often testing the waters. Once they’ve written an offer, they’ve already pictured themselves living in your house. They’re emotionally invested. Don’t let the offer die on your lawn. Negotiate. You never know where the deal might end up. Rule 4: “Tell clients what they want to hear.” Definitely not. I’m going to tell you what you need to hear. If I think your house is overpriced, I’ll tell you. If I think buyers are going to have concerns, I’ll tell you. If I think a repair is worth making, I’ll tell you. Not because it’s always easy to hear… But because my job isn’t to make you comfortable. My job is to help you get to the closing table. That’s what you’re hiring me to do. I’m curious… Would you rather work with an agent who’s direct, or one who tells you what you want to hear? Why? #alishacollins #realestatebestie #casperwyomingrealestate #rulebreaker @Lana | TikTok Coach

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