7 tips to sell your home in a crowded market - MSN Real Estate

7 tips to sell your home in a crowded market - MSN Real Estate: "7 tips to sell your home in a crowded market
When the neighbors are selling, too, it’s understandable to worry. But just because several homes are for sale on the same street doesn’t mean you can’t be successful. Here’s some advice to help boost your odds.

By Bankrate.com

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In today's economy, it's tough enough to sell just one home in a neighborhood. But when there are multiple 'for sale' signs on the same street, sellers often fear they're in for an especially long, trying experience.

A crowded market creates visions of price wars among neighbors who've lived on the same block for years. Sellers may also worry that potential buyers will conclude that something must be wrong with the neighborhood if everyone wants to leave.

Surprisingly, neighborhoods with multiple homes for sale may have a few unique marketing advantages, says Rhonda Duffy, owner and broker of Duffy Realty in Atlanta.

'As a buyer, it's easier to visit a street that has several homes for"