Crack the Code: Why Your Listings Aren’t Selling (And How to Fix It)
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Summary
If your real estate listing is lingering on the market, it's not a reason to panic—it's a reason to pivot. This episode reveals the most common reasons why listings fail to sell and provides a strategic blueprint for agents to fix them. From mastering data-driven pricing and professional presentation to implementing a proactive marketing plan, you'll discover how to reset your approach and create renewed interest that leads to a successful sale.
Bullet Point Takeaways
- The #1 Listing Killer is Price: The top reason a listing doesn't sell is an unrealistic price. Agents must move beyond opinions and use a current Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to have honest, data-backed conversations with sellers. You can't sell a home if it's priced out of the buyer pool's reach.
- Presentation is Everything: In a digital-first world, your listing photos are your first showing. Professional photography, high-quality video, and virtual tours are non-negotiable. Clutter, poor lighting, and outdated decor can be a huge turn-off for buyers, so ensure the home is staged and professionally presented from day one.
- Ditch the "Post and Pray" Strategy: A listing on the MLS is just the beginning. The most successful agents implement a proactive, tactical marketing plan that includes neighborhood postcards, social media promotion, and open houses. An aggressive marketing plan ensures your listing gets in front of as many potential buyers as possible, creating real momentum.
- Master the Difficult Conversations: It's your job to be an advisor, not just a seller. Be prepared to have hard conversations with your clients about necessary price reductions or marketing adjustments. Bring the data, explain the metrics (views, clicks, etc.), and frame the conversation as a team effort to find a solution.
- Improve Access & Flexibility: A home that is difficult to show is a home that won't sell. Work with your seller to ensure the property is easy to access for showings. Consider using a lockbox and accommodating showings on nights and weekends to avoid missing out on serious, ready-to-buy clients.
Topics:
- Listing Not Selling
- Real Estate Pricing Strategy
- Listing Marketing Secrets
- Real Estate Agent Solutions
- How to Fix a Listing
Call-to-Action
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