Buying and selling a home is among the largest financial decisions most people will ever make. It's also an experience that can be time-consuming, complex, and fraught with hidden intricacies and risks. A single misstep could cause your offer to be rejected or your home to languish on the market for many months without a sale. No wonder, then, that many people consider the process of buying or selling a home a highly stressful time.

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