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Why Isn’t My Home Selling?
Advice from an Atlanta real estate agent
Having your home sit on the market with little interest is incredibly frustrating, especially if you have a timeline in which you have to move and need to buy a new home. So, what could be going on?
Lindsay Walston, a real estate agent in Atlanta, GA provides some insights into why a home may sit on the market. According to her, the condition of the home may be the issue.
Condition refers to the state of something concerning its appearance, quality, or working order.
The hard truth is that buyers are looking for move-in-ready homes. Most people don’t want to have to deal with projects or renovations because a home is outdated or needs repair. — Lindsay Walston
While you don’t have to necessarily spend the big bucks to bring your home on-trend, you do have to take into consideration what current buyers are looking for in a home and how that might impact the pricing of your home. Similarly, if your home has major signs of wear and tear or maintenance has been deferred, your price will need to reflect that for your home to sell.
The important thing to remember is, the characteristics of your typical buyer are going to vary depending on your region, home characteristics, and price point. So, above all, it is…
