My Life as a Seller

I'm going through what I know to be one of the most stressful experiences we all go through in life, and I've recently figured out that I've made it even more difficult because I've chosen to wear two hats. I'm selling my house and representing myself in the transaction. Not that I don't believe in my own abilities as a professional real estate broker, but since I have not been a seller of a personal residence in at least 15 years or so, I forget about all of the emotion and personal feelings that lie hidden underneath the surface of everything. I work with people all the time going through the same thing and I am able to help them through it with care and understanding. Logically, I knew it was possible to feel the same way. I guess I just thought I could be professional and businesslike when it came to selling my own home and treat it like any other sale. Being a seller in general, especially in this market is difficult, no matter what. Things like having to keep your home in showing condition at all times because buyers seem to want to see it on short notice are especially tough to live through. And, the emotional highs and lows of negotiating offers, are painfully frustrating especially if they do not meet expectations. Well the good news is that by becoming aware of the experience it's easier to take a step back and work through it and I know we all go through them for a reason. I know this one is meant to help me become a stronger person and agent; someone who can relate to my clients in a way that will serve them even better.