Realtor® Tami Murphy’s new book argues that selling a house is as much about emotional readiness as it is about the final sale price.
Every transition starts with a quiet signal. Maybe the staircase feels steeper than it once did. Perhaps the extra bedrooms have become silent reminders of grown children. Or an inherited home sits untouched, filled with belongings that no one feels ready to sort through. At that crossroads, many homeowners recognize a change might be on the horizon—yet feel paralyzed by the uncertainty of what comes next.
It’s precisely that moment of hesitation that Realtor® Tami Murphy addresses in her new release, Price to Profit™: Blueprint for Success (Homeowner Wealth Library™). With over a decade of experience sitting at clients’ kitchen tables, Murphy offers a roadmap designed to help homeowners navigate one of life’s most significant financial and emotional milestones—armed with better information, renewed confidence, and the space to truly consider what lies ahead.
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“People think selling a home is about the number on the sign. It’s about the years you spent paying down that mortgage. It’s about the life that happened inside those walls. When someone rushes that decision, they don’t just lose money. They lose the chance to leave on their own terms.” — Tami Murphy
Given those deeply personal stakes, the book dives into the specific choices that can either safeguard or diminish a homeowner’s equity. Murphy walks readers through the nuances of pricing with strategy rather than wishful thinking, prepping a property in ways that genuinely matter to buyers, and getting inside the mindset of prospective purchasers before the very first showing.
The guidance doesn’t stop at securing an offer. Murphy also breaks down the finer points of contract terms, timing, inspections, and the art of negotiation—helping readers recognize why the most lucrative-looking offer might not always be the smartest one to accept. Throughout every chapter, the core message stays consistent: decisions should stem from careful consideration, not from feeling backed into a corner.
Notably, Price to Profit™ never presumes that selling is the inevitable answer. Each chapter wraps up with reflective prompts designed to help readers evaluate their own situations, priorities, and level of preparedness. For some, that introspection will lead to putting a “For Sale” sign in the yard; for others, it might confirm that staying put is the right move. Murphy views either outcome as a win, provided the decision truly reflects the homeowner’s needs.
“I wanted homeowners to have a voice in this process. Whether you work with me or anyone else, you deserve to understand your options before someone hands you a contract.” — Tami Murphy
This adaptable framework makes the book a useful resource for a broad range of readers—whether they’re anticipating a move within the next five years, actively preparing to list their property, approaching retirement, contemplating downsizing, managing an inherited estate, or simply questioning whether their current home still aligns with the life they’re living. A Reader Companion is also available for those seeking additional guidance alongside the main text.
For Murphy, the concept of profit extends well beyond the number on a closing statement. It encompasses protecting years of hard-earned equity, steering clear of costly missteps, and paying tribute to the memories that transformed a house into a home. By weaving practical preparation together with personal reflection, Price to Profit™ empowers homeowners to move forward—or stay—with a far clearer sense of their options.
Hear the Story Behind Price to Profit™
Tami Murphy shares why she wrote the book and what she wishes every homeowner knew before deciding whether to sell.
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About Tami Murphy
Tami Murphy is a Realtor® and certified negotiator with Intero Real Estate Services, serving homeowners across San Benito, Santa Clara, and Merced counties. Before entering real estate, she spent 26 years in marketing and advertising. Her practice is built almost entirely on referrals, and she intentionally works with only two clients at a time so each receives her full attention. Price to Profit™ brings that same care to homeowners beyond the clients she serves personally. Price to Profit™: Blueprint for Success is available now.
Get your copy on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0HJ4J5SST
Also available on Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Google Play, Kobo, and Bookshop.org.
For review copies, interview requests, or additional information, please contact:
Tami Murphy
BrightKey PR
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Why it matters: In a housing market where homeowners often feel pressured to make swift, high-stakes decisions, Murphy’s framework offers a counterbalance that prioritizes informed choice over impulse. By framing selling as both a financial and emotional journey, the book speaks to the millions of aging homeowners and inheritors who need guidance that respects the full weight of their decision.
