How many times in your life have you made a decision based on your heart and not with your head? Now, of course, this depends on how emotional you are as a person, but I think it\u2019s fair to say everyone has at some point followed their heart or let their emotions dictate a situation.
\nWhen it comes to property it is important that you put all emotions aside. It\u2019s nearly impossible but you must try your best. Maintaining control and being able to negotiate deals when your letting emotions take over is never a good thing.<\/p>\n
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Selling your house is a massive emotional drain. Research consistently lists it among the top life stresses along with things like divorce, bereavement and job loss. This is normal so don\u2019t feel bad if it is. After all, this is the place your called home and is likely your largest asset.<\/p>\n
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Here are our tips to keep your emotions in check during a house sale:<\/p>\n
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Get some perspective \u2013 Your house sale is not a matter of life or death. If things fall through, there will always be another day.<\/p>\n
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Get time on your side \u2013 Give yourself time to things properly but don\u2019t delay. Stop procrastinating and putting unnecessary pressure on yourself.<\/p>\n
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Be prepared to walk away \u2013 If you can\u2019t reach an agreement then walk away. This is not your only chance and it\u2019s not worth the stress.<\/p>\n
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Get a patient agent \u2013 All good agents know the emotional burden of a house sale. Pick one that is on your side and not pushy to get your business by overpricing, distracting you\u00a0with terminology, or giving false promises.<\/p>\n
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You know nothing \u2013 Accept your ignorance and accept help. You can\u2019t be an expert at everything. That\u2019s why we have doctors, mechanics and estate agents. They are experts in their field.<\/p>\n
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Trust a good agents detachment \u2013 Unlike you, your agent doesn\u2019t care about a property. To them, it\u2019s just a building, not their home. Let your agent use this when it comes to negotiating.<\/p>\n
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