If the Asking Price Isn’t Compelling, It’s Not Selling

Dated: April 24 2025

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Some Highlights

  • Unfortunately, a lot of sellers today are setting their asking price too high. That’s leading to an uptick in price cuts.​
  • Some of the most common reasons this is happening are that they’re not paying attention to current market conditions or they’re trying to leave room for negotiation.
  • The best way to avoid this mistake? Lean on an agent. Let’s connect to make sure your house is priced to pull people in, not push them away. 
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Robin Taylor Roth

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