The current economic struggle challenges our ability to stabilize our finances. However, for those who want to sell their house, a bad economy can be good news. Unfortunately, not many people know how to take advantage of this market. More often than not, they do the exact opposite of what they should do. Hence, we will discuss about a few simple rules which you can follow to sell your house quick in a tough economy. Dedicate time and effort Here's a fact: your house is not going to sell it self. Therefore, make every effort to promote and sell it. You will have to treat it like a part time job. Ample time is needed to find potential buyers. When you dedicate yourself to house selling, the entire process becomes more organized and fast. Confer and explore Even if you don't intend to use a real estate agent, confer with one anyway. Real estate agents are knowledgeable about the market and they can give useful tips on house selling. Let them know that you have plans to sell the property on your own but want to see what they can offer. The next step is to search on your local market-compare houses and prices in your neighborhood to give your property a competitive selling price. Keep it simple Clutter is not simple. If possible, rent a storage facility to clear the clutter. Make some improvements in the house so it looks like a model house. Don't forget about your landscape as this is the area that can make or break a good deal.