This market is tough on sellers.  With nearly 1/3 of homes on the market in some state of foreclosure and distress, buyers believe that every house should be sold at a discount.  Every seller, even a distressed seller should believe there is a benefit in presenting the home in the best possible light in order to obtain the highest market dollar.  Yet many sellers choose not to participate positively in the selling of their homes and slam doors to possible higher offers.   Here are the top 5 reasons why a seller will not get top dollar for their home. #1 – If a buyer can’t see your home, they will not be able to make an offer; let alone top dollar. Yes, showing your home is an inconvenience but only investors make offers sight unseen.  Allow your agent to place a a lock box and provide a simple way for buyers and their agent to make an appointment.  A digital lock box is more secure than a combination lock box.  Consistent hours during the day, early evening, and on weekends can help agents schedule showings.  Open houses are great.  They don’t have to be both days, but one open house every other week is a minimum for the first month on the market. In addition, if a buyer can’t see your home because they are obsessing over the mess in your home, they will not write a top dollar offer.  If they can tell you don’t care enough to clean up the kitchen, vacuum the floor, or clean the shower and toilet, they pretty much believe you have never taken care of the house since you owned it.  Pick up the dirty clothes, buy some cleaning supplies, and take some pride in your home if you want the buyer to…