The general consensus is that it's best to work with a full service agent. It's a no brainer to use someone who handles all aspects of the biz: marketing, selling, buying, market analysis, etc. But be careful what you wish for! Some people offer too much.
Traditional agents advise their clients to list their property during the high season of real estate (spring/summer). However, there are definitely good reasons why listing in winter may be better!
A big joy of home ownership is 'making it your own.' But if you ever want to sell down the line, an overly self-indulgent remodel will hurt your revalue value. Save your vanity projects for your plastic surgery!
