Reality check. Please!

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Real Estate Agent with Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 UT DRE# 6541633-SA00

Reality check. Please!

 

Hey you! Wake up, stop dreaming! It's time to let go of that last brisk, up-market mentality. Gone are the days where everything sold quickly, over asking price with zero contingencies and multiple offers!

 

Price adjustments have saturated the Multiple Listing Service as sellers realize that demand has weaned. The property may sit with few feet through the door and less days on market depends on motivation!

 

Real estate agents are key to bringing buyers into the area when thinking of building. Fairly soon, premiums on build lots will become a thing of the past as well because consumers refuse to pay them.

 

For Sale By Owners also need to be realistic on price and in-line with current comparable's. When a client can buy a brand new home with more square feet, on a larger lot, with more upgrades for less...

 

There's little chance of a successful transaction.

 

Just a reality check. Please!

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Comments (24)

Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Wanda- just as it took a while for buyers to understand that they could not wait to make an offer on a property they loved, now sellers will need to realize that the pendulum swings and they will need to price their home for today's market value. 

Dec 30, 2022 07:41 PM
Debe Maxwell, CRS
Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC
The right Charlotte REALTOR!

Sounds like you live in Realityville - just down the street from me, Wanda! What a timely post.

Dec 30, 2022 09:01 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Wanda my take is Fore Sale by Owners need to forget what the last two years were like now it is time for seasoned Realtors again:))Endre

Dec 30, 2022 10:54 PM
Brian England
Arizona Focus Realty - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Haha, if that isn't wishful thinking I don't know what is.  Rarely do people enjoy facing reality, even when we tell them what it is, they still have to learn the hard way.

Dec 31, 2022 05:03 AM
Kat Palmiotti
406-270-3667, kat@thehousekat.com, Broker/REALTOR® - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

The market is indeed changing in most areas - I had to explain to a seller the other day that no, people are not going to swoop in and buy an overpriced home at this point in time.

Dec 31, 2022 06:15 AM
Kat Palmiotti
406-270-3667, kat@thehousekat.com, Broker/REALTOR® - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

PS - happy almost New Year!

Dec 31, 2022 06:16 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Now is a good time to check all processes to ensure a good return on investment as well, Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400. Wishing you an amazing 2023!

Dec 31, 2022 10:40 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

All markets are different and everything regarding real estate is local. Our market is still good but not on 🔥, George Souto, as in the last up market!

Dec 31, 2022 10:42 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Most definitely agree with your comment, Beth Atalay! Realistic is very good. Happy 2023 to you!

Dec 31, 2022 10:43 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

It is evident in everything that is happening in the world today, Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist. We are all presently affected by poor decisions and future generations to come will feel the ill effects!

Dec 31, 2022 10:50 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Exactly! Education and trust between parties matters, Kathy Streib. If someone is unrealistic or unreasonable they may miss their window to sell!

Dec 31, 2022 10:52 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Howdy neighbor. So glad we reside in there same community, Debe Maxwell, CRS

Dec 31, 2022 10:54 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

I am definitely ready and meeting the challenges, Endre Barath, Jr.. It takes that to succeed in this new market!

Dec 31, 2022 10:54 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

All we can do is guide, no forcing anything in our industry or it can backfire, big time, Brian England. Education is key to our success! Happy 2023 to you!

Dec 31, 2022 11:05 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Good point, Kat Palmiotti, just like no one is willing pay over sticker price for a car either. Happy 2023 to you, it will be awe-mazing!

Dec 31, 2022 11:06 AM
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nice!

Jan 01, 2023 09:07 PM
Lise Howe
Keller Williams Capital Properties - Washington, DC
Assoc. Broker in DC, MD, VA and attorney in DC

Thank you for the reality check - I know some potential sellers really need to hear this and price accordingly! 

Jan 03, 2023 09:13 AM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

You are welcome, Lise Howe. Keeping up with sales and statistics and pricing a property to sell will be beneficial for all involved!

Jan 03, 2023 10:18 AM
Emily Medvec
eXp Realty LLC - Santa Fe, NM
Broker | Realtor | Serving Santa Fe & Northern NM

No kidding! Wake up and stop being complacent and engage professionals who know the market. Good words and way to remind our prospects and clients alike. Wishing you a happy new 2023!

Jan 04, 2023 02:52 PM
Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!
Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374 - St. George, UT
St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent

Am happy that you stopped by to offer a comment, Emily Medvec. Happy 2023 to you as well!

Jan 04, 2023 06:14 PM