We can lower the price later

It is common to want to go to hit the market with an inflated price, thinking that you can always lower the price later.

But listing at a price above the market value is a mistake. This is because by the time you finally accept the market price, customers will have lost their interest. Some will bid too low, and you will probably end up undercut, as shown in the chart above.

Listen carefully to the price recommendation that your RE/MAX Agent gives you. They are very experienced and part of a team of true real estate professionals.

Our suggestion is: "List your house at an attractive price." Nobody wants to overpay for property.

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