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Awkward layout of older home, what to do?

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Our house has been listed since Feb, had a deal, lost the deal, and now no other offers. Our agent insisted it was priced well and I offered a $10,000 credit to the buyer at closing. No dice, still. GREAT neighborhood, all major stuff done (windows, siding, cesspools, etc) and house was inspected. No clutter, neutral colors, blah, blah, blah. Too much HGTV! The big sticking point seems to be the layout. It was a 1950's bungalow that they expanded a few times with little forethought. It is a bit odd, but we've opened it up as much as possible. (Removed wall between kitchen and den for a great room)

Any ideas of something else to generate a sale? I need it sold YESTERDAY!

Thanks!
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July 23 2007 - US

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You have a beautiful house, and it is almost priced at what the comps are calling for, don't pay too much attention to the Zillow price although it is in the neighborhood. I would consolidate the numbers and cut out the fat. I bet your agent is getting a sizable chunk!! maybe see if you can get the agent to bend a little on his cut!! There is a buyer for your home, don't panic!!
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July 23 2007
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Thanks! We had it on last year (I just had our FOURTH baby!) and we took it off for awhile and did some construction and improvements. Our contract has expired w/ our agent so we've lowered the price and are doing FSBO and have it listed on the MLS w/ a commission to be paid to the selling agent only (no listing agent) which saves us quite a bit of $ so we CAN lower the price to sell.

I appreciate your positiveness, thanks very much!
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July 24 2007
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I never suggest to an owner to offer a bonus to the selling agent. I don't recommend an owner advertise an allowance for repairs and/or closing costs.
If the owner is willing, it is better to reduce the asking price by that amount and get more people looking at the home. In my humble opinion.
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