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When selling a property whether it be in Dallas or anywhere else for that matter through a real estate agent a listing contract needs to be completed. It is important that you read through the listing contract when selling a Dallas home before actually signing it.

Every contract will contain certain information in relation to the property and below we look at just what some of this is.

The first thing it should contain is your details including your name as you are the person selling the property and the address of the property being sold. Plus there are several other pieces of information which a listing contract should contain and you need to make sure are correct and these are as follows:-

1. Price Of House For Sale - When you are thinking of selling your property it is a good idea to check out what prices other homes in your area similar to your Dallas home are currently selling for. These you can then use as a basis for when you interview the real estate agents who you are thinking of using. As the agents will be aware of the market trends currently they will also offer you some suggestions as to the price you set your property for sale at. Try and keep the price fair as it will tend to sell much more quickly.

3. Items Excluded From The Sale - This section of the contract will show items that you have in your home such as light fittings that you will be removing when you leave the property. Not only should such items being listed within the contract you sign but the agent should make sure that these are clearly stated in the sales details that they give to any potential purchaser of your Dallas home.

3. Items Not Included - This is normally items like light fittings or garden equipment etc that you are going to be removing and taking with you to your new home. It is important that not only are these listed clearly on the listing contract but in the sales details which the agent then gives to any potential buyer of your Dallas home.

4. Real Estate Agents Fee - Normally they agent will charge you a commission for selling your home. It is usually shown as a percentage amount and can vary from one real estate agent to the next. Don't be afraid to negotiate with them if you feel what they are charging is unreasonable. Then when satisfied make sure that you read through the listing contract properly and ensure that the commission percentage negotiated is that stated within it.