I check up on the other agent, so that I can be sure that they have done the work they were supposed to do. This is part of the reason that my contracts don't fall apart, as so many of them do. I will do everything that is humanly possible to get all the work done to get your contract to settlement. Maybe I will suggest that you put some of your furniture in storage, and pack away some of your personal items. I will give you the benefit of what my experience with buyers has taught me.
Price is one of the most important selling tools.
We'll see what other homes in your neighborhood have sold for recently. Your location will set the limit on what your home can be sold for. Too high an original asking price can work against you. Your first possible buyer may not see your home if it's priced out of their range. Don't help the neighbor sell their home by over-pricing yours.