Things To Consider If Your House Didn’t Sell

<article class="post-895869 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry" id="post-895869"><span class="entry-date">January 2, 2024</span><div class="entry-header center-block text-center"><h1 class="entry-title">Things To Consider If Your House Didn’t Sell</h1><div class="shareBlock"><div class="shareTitle">Share</div><div class="shareIcons"><a aria-label="Twitter Share Link" class="twitter solid display-inline-block" data-tracking="Post,Social Post Link Clicked,Twitter" href="http://twitter.com/share?text=Things+To+Consider+If+Your+House+Didn%E2%80%99t+Sell&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fgilliggroup.com%2Fblog%2Fthings-to-consider-if-your-house-didnt-sell%2F" target="_blank"><span class="force-hidden">Twitter</span></a>
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<p><span style="color: black;">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 </span><a href="https://www.simplifyingthemarket.com/2023/12/05/when-you-sell-your-house-where-do-you-plan-to-go/?a=712984-fa409495d5d70154d03a25e81e9540e2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">do next</a><span style="color: black;">.</span></p>
<h4><strong style="color: black;">Did You Limit Access to Your House?</strong></h4>
<p><span style="color: black;">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. </span><em style="color: black;">ShowingTime</em><span style="color: black;"> </span><a href="https://showingtimeplus.com/resources/blog/6-reasons-your-house-isnt-getting-showings-and-how-to-fix-it" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">advises</a><span style="color: black;">:</span></p>
<blockquote><p><em style="color: black;">“. . . do your best to be as flexible as possible when granting access to your house for showings.”</em></p></blockquote>
<p><span style="color: black;">Sometimes, the most </span><a href="https://www.simplifyingthemarket.com/2023/11/16/people-are-still-moving-even-with-todays-affordability-challenges/?a=712984-fa409495d5d70154d03a25e81e9540e2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">determined buyers</a><span style="color: black;"> 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. So, try to make your house available as much as you can to accommodate them. It’s simple – if no one’s able to look at it, how will it sell?</span></p>
<h4><strong style="color: black;">Did You Make Your House Stand Out?</strong></h4>
<p><span style="color: black;">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 </span><em style="color: black;">U.S. News</em><span style="color: black;"> </span><a href="https://realestate.usnews.com/real-estate/articles/how-to-sell-your-home-while-living-in-it" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">says</a><span style="color: black;">:</span></p>
<blockquote><p><em style="color: black;">“After all, if people drive by, but aren’t interested enough to walk through the front door, you’ll never sell your house.”</em></p></blockquote>
<p><span style="color: black;">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.</span></p>
<h4><strong style="color: black;">Did You Price Your House at Market Value?</strong></h4>
<p><span style="color: black;">Setting the right price is key. While it might be tempting to push the price higher to maximize your profit, </span><a href="https://www.simplifyingthemarket.com/2023/12/14/if-your-house-hasnt-sold-yet-it-may-be-overpriced/?a=712984-fa409495d5d70154d03a25e81e9540e2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">overpricing your house</a><span style="color: black;"> can actually turn off potential buyers and slow down the selling process. </span><em style="color: black;">Forbes</em><span style="color: black;"> </span><a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/brendarichardson/2023/03/01/recent-home-sellers-are-feeling-remorse-over-pricing-timing-or-marketing-of-their-home-new-survey-finds/?sh=2be46552317d" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">notes</a><span style="color: black;">:</span></p>
<blockquote><p><em style="color: black;">“Pricing a home too high could lead to a slower sale or force the seller to drop their price.”</em></p></blockquote>
<p><span style="color: black;">If your house is priced higher than others like it, it may discourage buyers, resulting in increased time on the market. Pay attention to the feedback people give your </span>agent<span style="color: black;"> during open houses and showings. If lots of people are saying the same thing, it might be a good idea to think about lowering the price.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: black;">For all these insights and more, rely on a trusted </span><a href="https://www.simplifyingthemarket.com/2023/12/07/why-you-need-to-use-a-real-estate-agent-when-you-buy-a-home/?a=712984-fa409495d5d70154d03a25e81e9540e2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">real estate agent</a><span style="color: black;">. A great agent will offer expert advice on relisting your house with effective strategies to get it sold.</span></p>
<h3>Bottom Line</h3>
<p><span style="color: black;">It’s natural to feel disappointed when your listing has expired and your house didn’t sell. Connect with a reliable real estate agent to determine what happened, and what changes you should make to get </span><a href="https://www.simplifyingthemarket.com/2023/11/20/is-your-house-the-top-thing-on-a-buyers-wish-list-this-holiday-season/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">your house</a><span style="color: black;"> back on the market.</span></p>
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