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Here’s How To Turn It Around.","\u003Cp>When your house doesn’t sell, it’s not just disappointing. It messes with your timing. Your plans. Your confidence.\u003C\u002Fp>","","blog","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260623\u002FHeader-Image-GettyImages-1448385933-original.png","\u003Cp>When your house doesn’t sell, it’s not just disappointing. It messes with your timing. Your plans. Your confidence. You start second-guessing everything, including the decision to move in the first place. And that raises 2 big questions:\u003Cstrong> \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Do you try again?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Is that even worth it?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Here’s the secret to getting a better outcome the second time around.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Different Agent. Different Results.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Most sellers who re-list and ultimately sell don’t wait for market to magically change. They change their approach. And there’s data to back that up.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Research from \u003Cem>REDX \u003C\u002Fem>\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.redx.com\u002F\">shows\u003C\u002Fa> homeowners who put their house back on the market with a different agent are \u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>more likely to sell \u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fstrong>than homeowners who re-used the same agent. Not to mention, they see their homes \u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>sell faster \u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fstrong>(\u003Cem>see graph below\u003C\u002Fem>): \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260623\u002F20260625-After-Your-Listing-Expires-original.png\" alt=\"a screenshot of a graph\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>That’s the power of a fresh set of eyes. Because in a moment like this, the worst thing you can do is rerun the same set of plays and expect a different outcome. A different agent can bring a new perspective on where things went off track – and a lot of the time, one of these things happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>1. The Asking Price Didn’t Match Buyer Reality\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>There’s a saying that’s especially important in today’s market, and it’s: \u003Cstrong>“\u003Cem>if your price isn’t compelling, it’s not selling\u003C\u002Fem>.\u003C\u002Fstrong>” Maybe that’s what happened with your house.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>With mortgage rates where they are and \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002F2026\u002F06\u002F04\u002Fwhat-rising-inflation-means-for-your-move\u002F\">inflation\u003C\u002Fa> driving up the cost of everyday purchases, buyers have less room to stretch. If they feel like your house is priced even a \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002F2026\u002F05\u002F14\u002Fthe-pricing-mistake-that-could-cost-you-your-sale\u002F\">little high\u003C\u002Fa>, it’s going to get skipped over. And if no one looks at it, it's not going to sell.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The Fix\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Price to draw buyers in, not push them away. Have an agent pull fresh data from recent sales so your asking price matches what buyers are actually paying right now. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>2. The First Impression Didn’t Win the Click \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Most buyers decide whether they want to tour a home in seconds. If the photos look dark, or dated, they scroll right past. And while you may think: “\u003Cem>If they just saw it in person, they’d get it,\u003C\u002Fem>” you may not get that chance.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>And honestly, even in person, small things can quietly kill momentum\u003C\u002Fstrong> – worn down paint, outdated fixtures, \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002F2026\u002F05\u002F06\u002Fthe-secret-to-selling-fast-no-matter-the-market\u002F\">clutter\u003C\u002Fa>, or a yard that feels high-maintenance. Individually, they’re small. Stacked together, they create doubt.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The Fix:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Walk the house like you’re a buyer, not the owner. Start with what’s easy and obvious – paint, lighting, curb appeal, decluttering. Then update the photos so they match the best version of your house.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>3. The Marketing Was Too “Set It and Forget It”\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Today, the number of homes for sale has grown in many areas. \u003Cstrong>Buyers have more options, which means your house needs a plan to stand out. \u003C\u002Fstrong>A generic description and a basic upload to the MLS can blend in fast.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The Fix\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Find an agent who can build stronger exposure through digital marketing and social platforms, plus content that makes buyers stop – strong photos, a smart description, a video walk-through, and a plan for open houses and follow-up.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>4. There Was No Clear Plan for Feedback\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Sometimes the house gets showings, but no offers. If that was your experience, it actually tells you something important. Buyers liked it enough online to come see it. So, something else was holding them back.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Those buyers were sending a message. It just wasn’t translated into action.\u003C\u002Fstrong> \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The Fix:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Make sure your agent has a clear plan for seeking out and acting on feedback quickly. That dialogue often points to the one change that would get a house sold.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>5. The Deal Couldn’t Get Over the Finish Line \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Even when a house is priced well and marketed right, deals fall apart when there’s no plan for the human side of the transaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Buyers today are more likely to ask for repairs, credits, or help with \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002F2026\u002F06\u002F15\u002Fshould-you-pay-for-your-buyers-closing-costs-what-sellers-need-to-know\u002F\">closing costs\u003C\u002Fa> than a few years ago. \u003Cstrong>In this type of market, being unwilling to negotiate can cost you more than a reasonable concession ever would.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The Fix:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Decide ahead of time what matters most to you and where you can be flexible. Keep the dialogue open and lean on your agent for advice.\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>If your house didn’t sell the first time, you’re not stuck. You just need a different strategy, and maybe a different partner.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>When you're ready for a fresh set of eyes on what happened and what to change first, let’s connect.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260623\u002F20260625-After-Your-Listing-Expires-original.png",false,[139,140,141,142],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":85,"name":86,"slug":87},{"id":113,"name":114,"slug":115},{"id":117,"name":118,"slug":119},"2026-06-25T10:30:00Z","2026-06-23T20:38:30Z",{"id":146,"slug":147,"title":148,"description":149,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":150,"bannerImage":131,"body":151,"agentsBottomLine":152,"bodyImage":153,"isInfographic":137,"categories":154,"isVideo":137,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":159,"updatedAt":160},109134,"more-sellers-are-taking-their-homes-off-the-market-heres-what-you-need-to-know","More Sellers Are Taking Their Homes off the Market. Here’s What You Need To Know.","\u003Cp>You may be hearing that a near-record number of homeowners are pulling their houses off the market.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260623\u002FHeader-Image-GettyImages-1388382721-original.png","\u003Cp>You may be hearing that a near-record number of homeowners are pulling their houses off the market. And if that headline has you thinking,\u003Cem> “Wait… is something bad about to happen?”\u003C\u002Fem> You’re not alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Because when people start stepping to the sidelines, it \u003Cem>sounds \u003C\u002Fem>like a warning sign that something’s coming – or that they realize something you don’t know.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Here’s the thing. This trend gets spun like it means the market is about to crash. But the data tells a more practical story.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>What the Numbers Actually Say\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>According to the latest data from \u003Cem>Redfin\u003C\u002Fem>, \u003Cstrong>5.5% of all listings were taken off the market in May. \u003C\u002Fstrong>And it’s true that’s almost the highest it’s been since back in March 2020\u003Cstrong> \u003C\u002Fstrong>(\u003Cem>see graph below\u003C\u002Fem>): \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260623\u002F20260624-More-Sellers-original.png\" alt=\"a graph showing the price of a home\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>That can sound scary. But a lot of the fear comes from how this story gets told. “\u003Cem>A near record number of sellers are pulling their listings\u003C\u002Fem>” makes a great clickbait headline – and that sort of thing spreads fast, especially online. \u003Cstrong>But sellers pull a house off the market for plenty of reasons that have nothing to do with a crash.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cem>Redfin \u003C\u002Fem>points to four main forces driving this trend:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul style=\"list-style-type: disc; margin-left: 1rem;\">\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Homes are taking longer to sell. \u003C\u002Fstrong>When the pace slows down, some sellers get frustrated and decide to hold off.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The number of homes for sale is rising faster than demand.\u003C\u002Fstrong> That means buyers have more options. And sellers who don’t price or prep right may not get many eyes on their house.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Some sellers still have pandemic-era \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002F2026\u002F05\u002F14\u002Fthe-pricing-mistake-that-could-cost-you-your-sale\u002F\">\u003Cstrong>price expectations\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong>.\u003C\u002Fstrong> A price that would’ve worked a couple years ago may not match what today’s buyers will pay.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Economic uncertainty is making both buyers and sellers cautious. \u003C\u002Fstrong>Buyers pause. Sellers second-guess. And that has an impact on overall sales volume and pace.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp>Notice what’s missing from that list?\u003Cstrong> There isn’t a single mention of an impending market crash or \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002F2026\u002F06\u002F17\u002Fthink-home-prices-will-crash-heres-what-the-experts-actually-expect\u002F\">\u003Cstrong>price collapse\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong>.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>This is about a shifting pace, more competition, and sellers deciding how they want to respond.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>One Detail Most Headlines Leave Out\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Want more peace of mind that this isn’t a crash? This next stat delivers. Yes, more sellers are taking their homes off the market. But \u003Cem>Redfin \u003C\u002Fem>also shows something you're not going to see in social posts...\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The number of re-listings is growing too. \u003C\u002Fstrong> \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>While more sellers are pulling their listings, more are also deciding to give selling a second shot too. This is pretty much the highest re-listings have been since the pandemic hit.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>While 5.5% got pulled in May, 2.3% were also put back on the market \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cem>(see graph below):\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260623\u002F20260624-Sellers-Arent-Giving-Up-original.png\" alt=\"a graph of sales and prices\">\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>That’s a signal sellers aren’t giving up or running away in large numbers.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Some are simply stepping away briefly before deciding to try again. That tells you this often isn’t a permanent decision. In many cases, it’s a pause – and the seller comes back with a different approach.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>A lot of the time that change in the overall strategy is all that’s needed to finally get a house sold.\u003C\u002Fstrong> \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>And just in case you need more proof this isn’t a reason to worry, check this out. Buyer activity may be starting to pick back up – and that could bring more sellers back in or, at least, prevent some sellers from pulling back.\u003Cem> \u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cem>The National Association of Realtors\u003C\u002Fem> (NAR) \u003Ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fnewsroom\u002Fnar-existing-home-sales-report-shows-3-2-increase-in-may\">reports\u003C\u002Fa> existing \u003Cstrong>home sales increased 3.2% in May. \u003C\u002Fstrong>That’s the biggest increase since December. As \u003Cem>the Wall Street Journal\u003C\u002Fem> puts it: \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>\u003Cem>“Home sales in May posted the biggest rise this year, a sign that the housing market’s crucial spring selling season may be showing signs of life after a sluggish start.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>That doesn’t sound like a market in trouble.\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>If you’re seeing headlines about how a record number of sellers are taking their homes off the market, don’t panic. It’s not a warning of an impending crash. It’s a market adjusting.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20260623\u002F20260624-More-Sellers-original.png",[155,156,157,158],{"id":9,"name":10,"slug":11},{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":101,"name":102,"slug":103},{"id":117,"name":118,"slug":119},"2026-06-24T10:30:00Z","2026-06-23T18:10:56Z",{"id":162,"slug":163,"title":164,"description":165,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":166,"bannerImage":131,"body":167,"agentsBottomLine":168,"bodyImage":169,"isInfographic":137,"categories":170,"isVideo":137,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":173,"updatedAt":174},99980,"your-house-didnt-sell-what-now","Your House Didn’t Sell. What Now?","\u003Cp>When your house doesn’t sell, it does more than disrupt your plans, it hits close to home.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251219\u002F20251224-Blog-Header-Final-Edit-original.png","\u003Cp>When your house doesn’t sell, it does more than disrupt your plans, it hits close to home. You prepared for the next chapter. You told people you were moving. You pictured where you’d go next. And then nothing happened.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>It’s normal to feel frustrated, confused, or even a little embarrassed. But here’s the part you have to remember: \u003Cstrong>just because your house didn’t sell the first time, doesn’t mean it won’t sell.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>And here's what most agents won’t tell you. In most cases, the difference typically comes down to the strategy behind the sale, not the house itself. And there’s real data to back that up.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.redx.com\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cstrong>Research\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong> from\u003Cem> REDX\u003C\u002Fem> found over half (54%) of homeowners who re-list with a different agent end up selling their house. \u003C\u002Fstrong>Re-list with the same agent? That stat drops to only 36%. You deserve better odds than that.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251216\u002F20251224-After-Your-Listing-Expires-original.png\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251216\u002F20251224-After-Your-Listing-Expires-original.png\" alt=\"a pie chart with text\">\u003C\u002Fa>So, if your house didn’t sell, don’t stress. You’re not stuck. You may just need a different professional with a different approach.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Because, at the end of the day, \u003Cstrong>maybe the problem wasn’t the market or your home. It was the strategy.\u003C\u002Fstrong> \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Let's break down what might’ve gone wrong – and how a fresh perspective can help you have a winning plan this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>1. The Price Was Working Against You\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>A lot of sellers are aiming a bit too high these days, hoping to match the price their neighbor got during the 2021 frenzy. And that's not working anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Today's buyers are being more selective. Even a slightly overpriced home will get overlooked today. And once your listing starts to go stale, it’s hard to regain momentum. The result? A widening gap between seller and buyer expectations (\u003Cem>see graph below\u003C\u002Fem>). That could be what cost you your sale.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251216\u002F20251224-Sellers-Want-More-Than-Buyers-Are-Willing-To-Pay-original.png\">The Fix:\u003C\u002Fstrong> Get a fresh pricing analysis rooted in what’s happening right now in your neighborhood – not what happened in 2021. Sometimes even a small adjustment can bring the right buyers through the door. \u003Cem>HousingWire\u003C\u002Fem> reports many successful sellers only had to reduce their price by about 4% to get real traction. In the grand scheme of selling a home, it’s really not that much.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>2. Your House Didn’t Show Well\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>You only get one shot at a first impression. If the listing photos didn’t pop, the house wasn’t staged well, or it wasn't updated, most buyers today will skip over it without ever scheduling a showing. And even if buyers did pass through, small things like scuffed walls, outdated light fixtures, or a wobbly doorknob can turn them away.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The Fix: \u003C\u002Fstrong>Let’s walk through your house with\u003Cstrong> \u003C\u002Fstrong>fresh eyes to see if there are any areas that may have been sticking points inside and out. Sometimes simple updates (new paint, updated lighting, fresh landscaping, or better listing photos) can completely change how buyers react.\u003Cstrong> \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>3. It Didn’t Get the Right Exposure\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>If your home didn’t sell, chances are it wasn’t getting the visibility it deserved. Generic flyers and a few online photos aren’t enough anymore. Today’s top agents are using highly targeted digital marketing, social media strategies, custom video content, and more to get your listing in front of the right buyers at the right time.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The Fix: \u003C\u002Fstrong>We have to do more than just put your house online and hope it sells. With the right pricing, staging, and marketing, your house can still sell. It may even happen faster if you switch agents. Here’s a real-world example (\u003Cem>see graph below\u003C\u002Fem>):\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251216\u002F20251224-Homes-Listed-with-a-Different-Agent-Sell-Faster-original.png\">4. You Weren’t Willing To Negotiate\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>In this market, flexibility matters. If you weren’t open to negotiating on repairs, closing costs, or other concessions, buyers may have walked, especially because many now expect at least \u003Cem>some\u003C\u002Fem> give-and-take. \u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The Fix: \u003C\u002Fstrong>Be willing to meet buyers where they are. The goal is to get the deal done – and sometimes that means getting creative to cross the finish line. Home values have increased by \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fhfa.gov\u002FDataTools\u002FTools\u002FPages\u002FHouse-Price-Index-(HPI).aspx\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">48.5%\u003C\u002Fa> over the last five years, so you likely have enough \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2025\u002F11\u002F05\u002Fwhy-your-home-equity-still-puts-you-way-ahead\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">wiggle room\u003C\u002Fa> to offer some perks without sacrificing your bottom line.\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>If your house didn’t sell and your listing has expired, you’re not stuck. You just need a better plan. And maybe, a better partner.\u003Cstrong> \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Same house. Different strategy. Completely different results.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>If you’re ready to understand what held your sale back (and how to get it right this time), let’s take a fresh look together. A few strategic shifts could be all it takes to get your move back on track.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251216\u002F20251224-After-Your-Listing-Expires-original.png",[171,172],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":117,"name":118,"slug":119},"2025-12-24T11:30:00Z","2025-12-24T11:30:42Z",{"id":176,"slug":177,"title":178,"description":179,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":180,"bannerImage":131,"body":181,"agentsBottomLine":182,"bodyImage":183,"isInfographic":137,"categories":184,"isVideo":137,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":189,"updatedAt":190},98475,"the-top-2-things-homeowners-need-to-know-before-selling","The Top 2 Things Homeowners Need To Know Before Selling","\u003Cp>Here’s something you should know before you sell your house. The homeowners who win in today’s market aren’t the ones waiting it out or stepping back.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251117\u002F20251119-Blog-Header-Image-original.png","\u003Cp>Here’s something you should know before you sell your house. The homeowners who win in today’s market aren’t the ones waiting it out or stepping back. They’re the ones who adapt from the start.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>A number of homeowners this year didn’t get the outcome they wanted. \u003Cstrong>But it’s not because something’s wrong with the market. It’s because something wasn’t right with their expectations. \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cem>Realtor.com \u003C\u002Fem>reports\u003Cstrong> \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.realtor.com\u002Fresearch\u002Faugust-2025-data-2\u002F#flows\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cstrong>57%\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong> more homes have been taken off the market\u003C\u002Fstrong> \u003Cstrong>compared to last year. \u003C\u002Fstrong>That means they listed... but didn’t sell. But here’s the honest truth. It was mostly because of two things: \u003Cstrong>price \u003C\u002Fstrong>and \u003Cstrong>timing\u003C\u002Fstrong>.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>And if the seller had come in with the right mindset on each, their sale would’ve gone differently. Here are the top 2 things you can learn from those other sellers.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>1. Price It Right from Day 1\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Let's start with the most common sticking point: the asking price. Today\u003Cstrong>, \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.realtor.com\u002Fresearch\u002F2025-sellers-survey-btts\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cstrong>8 in 10\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong> sellers expect to get their asking price or more. But that confidence doesn’t always line up with reality.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>According to \u003Cem>Redfin\u003C\u002Fem>, \u003Cstrong>only 1 in 4 (25.3%) sellers\u003C\u002Fstrong> are actually getting more than their list price.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251117\u002F20251119-Only-One-In-Four-Home-Sellers-original.png\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251117\u002F20251119-Only-One-In-Four-Home-Sellers-original.png\" alt=\"a blue and grey circle with white text\">\u003C\u002Fa>And here’s where the mismatch is coming from.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>A few years ago, you could set any price and buyers would come running, no matter what the price tag said. Odds are, you’d still sell for over asking. But things are different now.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Buyers have more options than they've had in years, so they can afford to be more selective. If your price feels even a little high to them, it’ll get overlooked in a heartbeat.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>And for the homeowners who had that happen, some end up pulling their listings instead of making a simple adjustment that could have changed everything. Which is a shame, honestly. Because a small price tweak is usually all it takes to bring buyers in and get the deal done.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>According to \u003Cem>HousingWire\u003C\u002Fem>, the average price cut right now is just 4%. \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Think about that. Other sellers are listing too high and giving up rather than dropping their price 4%. If they’d just started 4% lower, they may have already sold. So, before you list, talk to your agent about what’s working nearby. They’ll help you find the sweet spot that’s competitive, realistic, and still protecting your bottom line.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>And here's the kicker. If you’ve been in your home for a while, your \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2025\u002F09\u002F18\u002Fdo-you-know-how-much-your-house-is-really-worth\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">equity\u003C\u002Fa> gives you room to set your list price more competitively and still come out way ahead. Unfortunately, those other sellers didn’t seem to realize that.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>2. Don’t Rush the Process \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Another common misstep: expecting your house to sell in a weekend.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Many sellers right now remember when homes sold in as little as hours – and they expect that to happen today. But in most markets, that's not the reality anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>It takes closer to \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.realtor.com\u002Fresearch\u002Foctober-2025-data\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cstrong>60 days\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cstrong> to go from listed to sold, which is actually \u003Cem>normal (see the gray in the graph below\u003C\u002Fem>):\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251117\u002F20251119-The-Time-It-Takes-a-Home-to-Sell-Is-Back-original.png\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251117\u002F20251119-The-Time-It-Takes-a-Home-to-Sell-Is-Back-original.png\" alt=\"a graph of blue and grey bars\">\u003C\u002Fa>It just \u003Cem>feels \u003C\u002Fem>slower because they’re comparing it to the lightning-fast pace of 2020 and 2021.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Think of it like driving 65 mph on the highway, then exiting and going 25. It feels like you’re crawling, but it’s actually the right speed for where you are. That’s what other sellers can’t seem to get over. But you can get ahead of that, by knowing what to expect.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Today’s buyers are more intentional. They’re taking their time, weighing their options, and making thoughtful decisions, which is creating a much healthier housing market.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>So, if you’re planning to sell, don't expect it to happen instantly.\u003Cstrong> And don’t assume your house won’t sell if it doesn’t go under contract in the first weekend. \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>It’s normal for these things to take time.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>If you want to make sure your house sells as quickly as possible, talk to your agent about ways to stand out, whether that’s through staging, photography, or strategic pricing. With the right advice, the right price, and the right prep work, it can still sell quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>If you’re thinking about selling, don’t let the market discourage you, let it guide you. The listings that didn’t sell this year weren’t doomed. They just started with the wrong strategy.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>You can still win if you price right, are patient, and work with a local agent who knows how to position your home from the start.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Because in today’s market, success isn’t about waiting for conditions to change. It’s about getting your expectations right from day one.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251117\u002F20251119-Only-One-In-Four-Home-Sellers-original.png",[185,186,187,188],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":113,"name":114,"slug":115},{"id":117,"name":118,"slug":119},{"id":121,"name":122,"slug":123},"2025-11-19T11:30:00Z","2025-11-17T20:33:07Z",{"id":192,"slug":193,"title":194,"description":195,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":196,"bannerImage":131,"body":197,"agentsBottomLine":198,"bodyImage":199,"isInfographic":137,"categories":200,"isVideo":137,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":204,"updatedAt":205},97598,"how-to-make-sure-your-sale-crosses-the-finish-line","How To Make Sure Your Sale Crosses the Finish Line","\u003Cp>If there was one simple step that could help make your home sale a seamless process, wouldn't you want to know about it?\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251030\u002F20251103-Blog-Header-Image-original.png","\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>If there was one simple step that could help make your home sale a seamless process, wouldn't you want to know about it?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>There’s a lot that happens from the time your house goes under contract to closing day. And a few things still have to go right for the deal to go through. But here’s what a lot of sellers may not know.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>There's one part of the process where some homeowners are hitting a road bump that’s causing buyers to back out these days. But don’t worry. \u003Cstrong>The majority of these snags are completely avoidable, especially when you understand what’s causing them and how to be proactive.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>That’s where a great agent (and a little prep) can make all the difference.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>What’s Causing Some Buyers To Back Out\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>The latest data from \u003Cem>Redfin \u003C\u002Fem>says \u003Cstrong>15% of pending home sales are falling through\u003C\u002Fstrong>. And that’s not wildly higher than the 12% norm from 2017-2019. But it is an increase.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>That means roughly 1 in 7 deals today don’t make it to the closing table. But, at the same time, 6 out of 7 do. So, the majority of sellers never face this problem – and odds are, you won’t either. But you can help make it even less likely if you know how to get ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>You might assume the main reason buyers are backing out today is financing. But that’s actually not the case. \u003Cstrong>The most common deal breaker today, by far, is inspection and repair issues \u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cem>(see graph below):\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251030\u002F20251030-The--1-Reason-Deals-Fall-Through-Today-Inspection-Issues-original.png\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251030\u002F20251030-The--1-Reason-Deals-Fall-Through-Today-Inspection-Issues-original.png\" alt=\"a graph with text on it\">\u003C\u002Fa>Here’s why that’s a sticking point for buyers right now:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Buyers are already stretched thin from high prices and challenging mortgage rates, so they don’t have the appetite (or budget) for unexpected repairs.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>If they’re going to spend all that money, they want to get something that’s move-in ready. They don’t want to take on another high-cost project themselves.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>They have more homes to choose from, so if yours seems like a hassle or if you’re not willing to fix something, they can just move on.\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>The sellers with the best agents have heard about this shift and they’re doing what they can to go in prepared. Enter the pre-listing inspection.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>What’s a Pre-Listing Inspection?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>It’s exactly what it sounds like. It’s a professional home inspection you schedule \u003Cstrong>before\u003C\u002Fstrong> your home hits the market. And while it’s not required, the \u003Cem>National Association of Realtors\u003C\u002Fem> (NAR) \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.nar.realtor\u002Fmagazine\u002Freal-estate-news\u002Fsales-marketing\u002Fagents-turn-to-pre-listing-inspections-to-prevent-canceled-contracts\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">explains\u003C\u002Fa> why it could be a valuable step for some sellers right now:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“To keep deals from unraveling . . . it allows a seller the opportunity to address any repairs before the For Sale sign even goes up. \u003C\u002Fem>\u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>It also can help avoid surprises like a costly plumbing problem, a failing roof or an outdated electrical panel that could cause financially stretched buyers to bolt before closing\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cem>.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>Think of it as a way to avoid future headaches. You’ll know what issues could pop up during the buyer’s inspection – and you’ll have time to fix them or decide what to disclose before you put your house on the market.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>This way, when the buyer’s inspector walks in, you’re ready. \u003Cstrong>No surprises. No last-minute panic. No deal on the line.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>Is It Worth It?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Generally speaking, a pre-listing inspection costs just a few hundred dollars. So, it’s not a big expense. And the information it gives you is invaluable. But before you make that investment, talk to your local agent.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>In some markets, it may not be worth it. And in others, it may be the best move you can make. It all depends on what’s happening where you are and what’s working for other local sellers.\u003Cstrong> \u003C\u002Fstrong>If your agent recommends getting one, they’ll also:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cul>\u003Cli>Help you decide which issues to fix\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Prioritize repairs based on what buyers in your area are focusing on\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Connect you with trusted professionals to get the work done\u003C\u002Fli>\u003Cli>Ensure you understand local disclosure laws\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>\u003Cp>That small step could save your deal (and your timeline).\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>So, if there was one simple step that could help make your home sale go according to plan, would you do it?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>If you’d rather deal with surprises on \u003Cem>your\u003C\u002Fem> terms (not with the clock ticking under contract), let’s talk about whether a pre-listing inspection makes sense for your house.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>It may be worth it so you can hit the market confident, prepared, and in control.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251030\u002F20251030-The--1-Reason-Deals-Fall-Through-Today-Inspection-Issues-original.png",[201,202,203],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":113,"name":114,"slug":115},{"id":117,"name":118,"slug":119},"2025-11-03T11:30:00Z","2025-11-03T11:30:01Z",{"id":207,"slug":208,"title":209,"description":210,"excerpt":131,"contentType":132,"featuredImage":211,"bannerImage":131,"body":212,"agentsBottomLine":213,"bodyImage":214,"isInfographic":137,"categories":215,"isVideo":137,"videoThumbnail":131,"videoSource":131,"publishedAt":221,"updatedAt":222},96235,"dont-let-unrealistic-pricing-cost-you-your-move","Don’t Let Unrealistic Pricing Cost You Your Move","\u003Cp>These days, you’re going to want to get your price right when you get ready to sell your house.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251007\u002F20251009-Blog-Header-Image-original.png","\u003Cp>These days, you’re going to want to get your price right when you get ready \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2025\u002F09\u002F18\u002Fdo-you-know-how-much-your-house-is-really-worth\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">to sell\u003C\u002Fa> your house. Honestly, it’s more important than ever. Why? While you may want to list high just to see what happens, that’s a plan that can easily backfire, and it’s going to cost you in today’s market.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>And the risk isn’t just missing out on offers, it’s missing out on the move you needed to make in the first place.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>The Real Pitfall of Overpricing\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Many homeowners remember what their neighbor’s house sold for a few years ago, and they want to chase that same sky-high number. The problem is, that was a different market.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Today, there are more \u003Ca href=\"\u002F2025\u002F09\u002F24\u002Fwhy-buyers-and-sellers-face-very-different-conditions-today\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">homes for sale\u003C\u002Fa>. Buyers have more options to choose from. They don’t have to get into bidding wars where they offer way over asking just to compete. Now they can come in at, or even below, list price. And if you’re not open to that, they’ll move on. Lisa Sturtevant, Chief Economist at \u003Cem>Bright MLS\u003C\u002Fem>, explains:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“Buyers will have more leverage in many, but not all, markets. Sellers will need to adjust price expectations to reflect the transitioning market.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>But here’s the good news. You still have one big advantage as a seller. According to the \u003Cem>Federal Housing Finance Agency\u003C\u002Fem> (FHFA), home values went up by a staggering \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.fhfa.gov\u002Fdata\u002Fhpi\u002Fdatasets?tab=hpi-summary-table\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">54%\u003C\u002Fa> over the last 5 years. So, even if you compromise just a little bit on your sale price today, odds are you’ll still come out way ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The challenge? Most sellers aren’t thinking about it that way. They’re stuck on what a neighbor got months or years ago – and that’s a costly mistake.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>Overpricing Can Stall Your Whole Move\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>Here’s what happens. A seller lists too high. Buyers stay away. No offers come in. The house sits. And suddenly, that seller is facing a tough decision. Do they cut the price? Stick it out? Or give up altogether?\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Unfortunately, a late price cut may not be enough. Buyers often see that as a red flag that something’s wrong with the house. That’s why some sellers are opting to just pull their listing off the market entirely.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>In a \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fjbrec.com\u002Fresearch\u002Fburns-real-estate-agent-survey\u002F\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">recent survey\u003C\u002Fa> from \u003Cem>John Burns Research and Consulting\u003C\u002Fem> (JBREC) and \u003Cem>Keeping Current Matters\u003C\u002Fem> (KCM) \u003Cstrong>over half of agents (54%) say there are more homes being taken off the market than usual.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251007\u002F20251009-More-Sellers-Are-Taking-Their-Listings-Off-the-Market-than-Normal-original.png\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251007\u002F20251009-More-Sellers-Are-Taking-Their-Listings-Off-the-Market-than-Normal-original.png\" alt=\"a graph of a number of blue squares\">\u003C\u002Fa>And the top reasons for that? According to the agents, homeowners didn’t get any offers they felt were fair. The survey from JBREC and KCM explains it like this:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“Sellers holding onto high price expectations is the leading reason they are delisting their homes.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>\u003Cem>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251007\u002F20251009-The-Top-Reasons-Sellers-Are-Taking-Their-Homes-Off-The-Market-original.png\">BrightMLS\u003C\u002Fem> \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.brightmls.com\u002Farticle\u002Fmore-properties-are-being-taken-off-the-market-in-the-mid-atlantic\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">data\u003C\u002Fa> backs this up:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cem>“. . . sellers are delisting after having their home on the market and finding they are not getting the price they hoped for.”\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\u003Cp>It’s more proof pricing too high does more than turn buyers away, it puts your whole move at risk. Because if no one looks at your home or makes an offer, how are you going to sell it?\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch4>\u003Cstrong>The Secret To Making Your Move Happen\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh4>\u003Cp>I\u003Cstrong>f you’re selling to relocate for a job, need more space for your growing family, or have to be closer to your relatives as they age, you can’t afford to get stuck.\u003C\u002Fstrong> You need a pricing strategy that helps you move forward – and that starts with the right agent.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The sellers who are winning right now are the ones working with experienced local agents who know the current market and aren’t afraid to have honest conversations about price.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>And it’s paying off. In the right price range and condition, homes are still selling fast, sometimes even with multiple offers.\u003C\u002Fp>","\u003Cp>Pricing your house for today’s market isn’t just about getting it sold. It’s about making sure your move doesn’t stall before it starts.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Let’s talk through what buyers are really paying right now in our local area, and how to price your home to match.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Ffiles.keepingcurrentmatters.com\u002FKeepingCurrentMatters\u002Fcontent\u002Fimages\u002F20251007\u002F20251009-More-Sellers-Are-Taking-Their-Listings-Off-the-Market-than-Normal-original.png",[216,217,218,219,220],{"id":13,"name":14,"slug":15},{"id":85,"name":86,"slug":87},{"id":113,"name":114,"slug":115},{"id":117,"name":118,"slug":119},{"id":121,"name":122,"slug":123},"2025-10-09T10:30:00Z","2025-10-09T10:30:06Z"]