A client just forwarded a note about post traumatic stress disorder and selling real estate. She said it made her laugh. I'm glad she was able to find some humor in the article because we have her house on the market right now.

"Today's market has created unprecedented levels of seller stress that mirror symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder," says Dr. Peter Lambrou, chair of psychology at Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla, Calif.

It's definitely more challenging to sell homes in today's market then it has been in prior years but listing with the correct list price, professional photography and an effective marketing campaign can overcome most of the obstacles presented by today's market conditions.

Realtors should keep an open line of communication with their clients. If sellers are feeling a bit overwhelmed by the stress factors associated with selling their home, they should try to focus on feedback from buyers and agents who previewed their home but didn't make an offer. They should address the issues with their home that they can control as the feedback comes in so that they are in a position to put their best foot forward for the next showing. If a seller is not getting any showings at all, it's probably an issue with the price, the quality of the photography or the effectiveness of the marketing campaign.

David J Edwards
Real Estate Agent & REALTOR
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