Things To Consider If Your House Didn’t Sell

Table of Contents

• Did Your Realtor Over Limit Access to Your House?

• Did Your Realtor Make Your House Stand Out?

• Did Your Realtor Price Your House at Market Value?

• Bottom Line

If your listing has expired and your house didn’t sell, it's completely normal to feel a mix of frustration and disappointment. Understandably, you're probably wondering what may have gone wrong. Here are three questions to think about as you figure out what to do next.

Did Your Realtor Over Limit Access to Your House?

One of the biggest mistakes you can make when selling your house is restricting the days and times when potential buyers can tour it. Being flexible with your schedule is important, even though it might feel a bit stressful to drop everything and leave when buyers want to see it. After all, minimal access means minimal exposure to buyers. ShowingTime advises:

Sometimes, the most determined buyers might come from far away. Since they’re traveling to see your house, they may not be able to change their plans easily if you only offer limited times for showings. At the same time, it’s sometimes a good idea to have a default schedule for showings to be scheduled close to each other. This allows buyers to see each other as they’re leaving, which increases the buyer’s perceived value of the property and creates completion. So, try to make your house available as much as you can to accommodate buyers when needed, while still having a good strategy on what times of the day you would allow showings to take place. It's simple – if no one’s able to look at it, how will it sell?

Did Your Realtor Make Your House Stand Out?

When you're selling your house, the old saying matters: you never get a second chance to make a first impression. Putting in the work to make the exterior of your home look nice is just as important as how you stage it inside. Freshen up your landscaping to boost your home’s curb appeal so you can make an impact upfront. As an article from U.S. News says:

But don’t let that impact stop at the front door. By removing personal items and reducing clutter inside, you give buyers more freedom to picture themselves in the home. Plus, a fresh coat of paint or thorough floor cleaning can work wonders in sprucing up the house for potential buyers.

Did Your Realtor Price Your House at Market Value?

Setting the right price is key. While it might be tempting to push the price higher to maximize your profit, overpricing your house can actually turn off potential buyers and slow down the selling process. Forbes notes:

Buyers will be looking at homes all over the county. In order to stand out, your realtor needs to position your home as the obvious choice. If your house is priced higher than others are willing to pay, it may discourage buyers, resulting in increased time on the market. Pay attention to the feedback your open houses and showings. If lots of people are saying the price is higher than they would be willing to pay, it might be a good idea to think about lowering the price.

For all these insights and more, rely on a trusted real estate agent. A great agent will offer expert advice on relisting your house with effective strategies to get it sold.

Bottom Line

It’s natural to feel disappointed when your listing has expired and your house didn’t sell. Let’s connect to determine what happened, and what changes you should make to get your house back on the market.