I checked several books out of the library on this subject, but this is the only one I read cover to cover. It is a breeze to read. The writer adds examples from her own experience which are interesting and keep it from being a dry how-to book. The tips are very straightforward and useful. Maybe some of the steps are common sense, such as cleaning and de-cluttering the house for sale, but she adds some extra tips, such as the best place to quickly stash your junk mail & other clutter before a showing (where won't they look?). Many of the tips focus on less obvious aspects of selling, such as what wording to look out for before signing a listing contract. I appreciate the fact that the author recommends honesty to home sellers - fix or disclose problems with the house rather than covering them up. Most home inspectors will find everything anyway, and a seller who seems to be hiding something will raise red flags with buyers. I found it to be an enjoyable and helpful book.