The Five Top Reasons A House Does Not Sell!

Action Steps To Overcome Each Of These Issues.

Reason #1 - Bad Timing

If your home didn't sell after several months on the market, timing could've been a factor. Markets are driven by the law of supply and demand, and real estate is no exception.

 

When demand outpaces supply, it's considered a seller's market, and the house gets snatched quickly. More houses are for sale in a buyer's market than active buyers. This can cause homes to sell for less money and cause them to take longer to receive an offer.

 

Now What?

In most cases, buyers can be motivated to act with a combination of improvements, incentives, and pricing.

 

If you suspect timing played a role in your inability to sell, consult a knowledgeable real estate agent.  Given current market conditions and data, we can estimate how long a house like yours should take to sell.

Correct Marketing Is Everything.

Reason #2 - Ineffective Marketing

 

Did your home get a steady stream of showings?  If not, you may need to try a new promotional strategy.  Take a look at your listing description, photos, and videos. Is there a clear description and high-quality photos and videos? This is crucial for any property to sell. Many buyers use these to decide whether or not to visit your house.

 

Another factor to consider is whether your listing reaches the right audience.  Most properties in today's market require more robust marketing to be found by the right buyers.

 

Now What?

 

If you feel it could have been better marketing, consider turning to a skilled professional marketing guru with a proven approach.  We always provide professional photography, videos, and lifestyle marketing with all our listings. We employ the latest technologies to distribute your property to the marketplace. Optimize for search engine placement, and position your house for the best possible impression right from the beginning. View Our Marketing Plan

First Impressions

Reason #3 - Poor Impression

 

If your property received a lot of foot traffic but no offers, you may need to examine the impression your house made on the buyers who visited your house.  Start with the curb appeal. Does the yard need to be cleaned up, trees trimmed?  Does the front door need painting? Does the interior need a fresh coat of paint? A clean and decluttered space helps buyers picture themselves living in the home. 

 

Now What?

 

When we take a new listing, we always walk through the home with the homeowner and point out any steps that should be taken to boost its sales potential.  In some cases, we recommend utilizing staging techniques that help the house sell faster and for more money.  We are certified home stagers and provide this service for FREE to our clients. 

Pricing Is Important.

Reason #4 - Price Is Too High

 

It's possible your home's original asking price was set using sales data from before the market shift. But regardless of the economic climate, home pricing is always tricky because many factors can impact how much buyers are willing to pay.

 

Many homeowners are reluctant to drop the price. However, buyers may only seriously consider your property if it is reasonable.  If your house sat on the market for months without an offer, chances are good that the asking price needs to be reevaluated. 

 

Now What?

 

If you are not in a rush to sell, adjustment to timing and marketing may bring in a new pool of potential buyers.  Repairs, upgrades, and staging can increase the perceived value of your home, which may be enough to bring a buyer to the table at your original asking price.

 

However, if you need a quicker sale or have already exhausted those options, a price reduction may be necessary to get your house's attention.  We can help you determine a realistic asking price. 

Hire The Best Professional

Reason #5 - You Hired The Wrong Agent (or No Agent At All)

 

If you believe your previous real estate agent needed to do more - or used the wrong approach - to sell your house. You're not alone. Many sellers whose listings languish until they expire or are canceled feel this way.

 

Or, perhaps you chose not to hire a listing agent and have been trying to sell your house yourself.  That can be an equally frustrating experience, and research shows it can cost you time and money in the long run. 

 

Now What?

 

Let's talk if either of those scenarios sounds familiar to you. By now, you owe it to yourself more than the status quo regarding your real estate representation. Our multi-step property marketing plan can help you sell your house for the most money possible and, in the process, reconnect you with the excitement you initially felt upon first listing.  It's time for a new agent, new marketing, new buyers, and a sold sign.  Plus, most of all, there are new possibilities. 

 

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