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FREE GUIDE FROM BLACK DIAMOND LLC

7 Mistakes Las Vegas Home Sellers Make
(And How to Avoid Them)

Save thousands and sell faster by avoiding these common pitfalls

FREE GUIDE

Selling a home in Las Vegas can be incredibly rewarding—or incredibly frustrating. The difference often comes down to whether you avoid these 7 costly mistakes that trip up sellers every day.

Mistake #1: Overpricing Your Home

The #1 reason homes sit on the market for months. Sellers often think, "We can always come down later." But by then, your listing is stale, buyers are suspicious, and you've lost leverage.

✓ The Fix: Price based on recent comparable sales (last 3 months, within 1 mile). Get a professional CMA or cash offer to establish fair market value before listing.

Mistake #2: Ignoring Curb Appeal

Buyers decide whether they're interested within 7 seconds of seeing your home. A dead lawn, peeling paint, or cluttered porch can kill a sale before it starts.

✓ The Fix: Spend $500-1,000 on landscaping, paint touch-ups, and a clean entryway. It's the highest ROI improvement you can make.

Mistake #3: Using Phone Photos

In 2026, 95% of buyers start their search online. Dark, blurry, or poorly composed photos make even nice homes look terrible. Bad photos = no showings.

✓ The Fix: Hire a professional real estate photographer ($150-300). Professional photos can sell homes 32% faster and for more money.

Mistake #4: Not Disclosing Known Issues

Hiding problems like roof leaks, foundation issues, or water damage can lead to lawsuits, deal cancellations, and massive legal fees. Nevada law requires disclosure.

✓ The Fix: Disclose everything upfront. Buyers respect honesty, and it prevents deals from falling apart during inspection.

Mistake #5: Being Inflexible on Showings

Limiting showing times to "weekends only" or requiring 24-hour notice eliminates 50% or more of potential buyers. The best buyers are often the busiest.

✓ The Fix: Allow showings 7 days a week with 2-hour notice maximum. Keep the home show-ready at all times. More showings = faster sale.

Mistake #6: Getting Emotional During Negotiations

Your home has memories, but buyers don't care. Taking lowball offers personally or refusing reasonable requests kills deals. This is a business transaction.

✓ The Fix: Focus on your net proceeds and timeline, not emotions. If an offer gets you closer to your goals, consider it objectively.

Mistake #7: Not Considering All Your Options

Many sellers assume listing with an agent is the only way. They spend months on market, pay 5-6% commission, make repairs, and deal with endless showings—when a cash sale might have been faster and easier.

✓ The Fix: Before listing, get a cash offer to know your options. You might be surprised how competitive cash offers are—especially when you factor in time, fees, and repairs.

The Bottom Line

Selling your Las Vegas home doesn't have to be stressful. By avoiding these 7 mistakes, you'll sell faster, for more money, and with less headache.

But if you want the fastest, easiest path? Consider selling directly for cash. No repairs, no showings, no commissions, and close in as little as 7 days.

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