If you haven't received any offers on your home you're probably facing the question of whether to take it off the market whether you're in a bone-dry market or a sizzling selling season.

You may check at recent sales reports of similar homes nearby to determine a reasonable selling interval. In a hot seller's market, a house that hasn't sold within one month indicates a problem. Here are some tips on how to improve your selling skills.

You may consider videotaping your house, inside and out. And then watch the tape as if you were a prospective buyer. By watching the video you will know if the home is uncluttered and spotlessly scrubbed. Remember that sparkling-clean houses sell faster than those that look too lived-in or show an abundance of the owner's personality.

You may also have a second look at your listing price. You may do this by visiting open houses in your neighborhood. Selling prices may have dropped since your first comparative market analysis. In a hot market, if you haven't sold your home within one month, chances are good that you've overpriced it. If you do lower your asking price, consider a figure slightly below those of other comparable homes if you are interested in a speedy sale.

You can also ask your listing agent to talk to buyer agents in his or her firm who have shown your home. Take out some extra newspaper ads or print up flyers, even if your agent is doing a good job with promotions. You can even offer perks to buyers, such as a cash bonus or a season ski pass.

Have a neutralized color scheme for your home. Many buyers prefer pale, neutral colors that make it easier to imagine a new home as their own. Houses with white exteriors are the highest sellers; for interiors, try whites, off-whites or pale grays.

You need to make sure that your listing agent is giving your house adequate attention. If not, start by having a candid talk. If there's no change, discuss the problem with the firm's broker. If you do sweeten the pot for your agent, amend your listing contract to reflect the change, and be sure it's added to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) book-buyer agents will also be inspired to give your house extra attention.

Once you have tries these steps, you can be confident that your asking price is competitive. However, if you have an ace agent, and you're still not getting any action, it's probably time to take your house off the market. If you can afford to do so, relist during a more dependable selling season. Research the trends in your area: If you live near a winter resort, for example, winter may be the savviest time to sell.

By M. Sese
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