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Setting the right asking price is crucial

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Real Estate Agent with Leslie Horne &Associates 44820

Setting the right asking price is crucial. Remember, buyers will conduct their own comparative market analysis, so being discerning when setting the price is essential. Overpricing can deter potential buyers, while underpricing can spark competitive bidding. Let's work together to set a realistic price that maximizes your home's value. #thehelpfulagent #houseexpert #a061226 #realestate #homeowners

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Joan Cox, Retired Broker/Owner
Denver, CO
Enjoying Every Day to Its Fullest!

Manfred, if you set the list price too high, and the buyers can find other homes for less, they will pass over the over-priced listing.   In the end, the homeowners will see less on their bottom line.

Jun 12, 2026 04:33 AM
Sham Reddy CRS
Howard Hanna RE Services, Dayton, OH - Dayton, OH
CRS

Thanks for sharing Manfred!!!

Setting the right asking price is crucial. Buyers will conduct their own comparative market analysis, so being discerning when setting the price is essential. Overpricing can deter potential buyers, while underpricing can spark competitive bidding.

Jun 12, 2026 04:44 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Manfred. Two big mistakes when selling a home are setting the price too high and setting the price too low. Proper pricing is the only way to go. Enjoy your day. 

Jun 12, 2026 05:01 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Retired Real Estate Broker

Even in a highly active market, being greedy doesn’t help the sellers, if the house is appealing buyers will see it for what it is worth and if they overbid it’s done right

Jun 12, 2026 05:02 AM
Gwen Fowler SC Lakes & Mountains 864-710-4518
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc - Walhalla, SC
Gwen Fowler Real Estate, Inc.

You hit the nail on the head, Manfred! Proper pricing is easily the most critical decision a seller makes, and it entirely dictates the trajectory of the listing. Overpricing just creates a stagnant listing that buyers eventually pass over, while strategic pricing creates that essential sense of value that drives competitive engagement. Thanks for sharing this excellent, foundational reminder!

Jun 12, 2026 06:41 AM
Jeff Sorg
Palm Springs, CA
A Timeless Perspective for the Modern Market

Good reminder that pricing is an art, not just a mathematical formula.

Jun 12, 2026 07:52 AM
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

Hello Manfred Lewis Leslie Horne & Associates you are right, setting the right asking price is important and crucial.

Jun 12, 2026 01:37 PM