A property is HOT for the first few weeks of its listing. If it does not attract buyers within that time-frame, chances are the estate agent will try to convince you to reduce the price. Prepare your house for sale as soon as you make the decision to sell in order to attract more buyers/offers and avoid a potential price reduction. The more people LIKE your house the better are your chances of success. When you stage property for sale, the investment in staging is much smaller than reducing the asking price; you'll get it back at the sale - so protect your equity.