How can a real estate agent help a homeowner get the maximum asking price for their home

The first things that a real estate agent must do is correctly and realistically appraise the property to ensure it is priced in line with market availability  including comparison properties. A real estate agent should advise a homeowner how best to enhance a property and suggest simple improvements to feature the property to its full potential.  A real estate agent should proactively market and represent the property at all times.  The homeowner and agent should work as a team and through constant feedback and communication from both parties the best possible results will be achieved.  Naturally, marketing of the property is key, to ensure a wide spread of exposure and should be positioned according to the individual property.