The real estate market these days is tougher than ever. The competition is fierce and you never know what will happen tomorrow or the next day. Today your property may go for double what you paid, tomorrow, you may not be able to get what you paid for it. That is why it is so essential to make your home as competitive as possible when you are preparing to put it on the market. See what the listing prices are for homes in your neighborhood and of similar size with similar amenities.