Answers by Jagger Kroener

Yes, they can. Online estimates from platforms like Zillow and Redfin are a useful starting point, but they often create unrealistic expectations when sellers treat them as precise valuations. These algorithms can’t account for the nuances that actually drive value such as exact location, views, design & condition, layout, or current buyer demand. I see it all the time where a seller anchors to an inflated number, prices too high, and ends up sitting on the market or chasing price reductions. In this business, pricing strategy, real comps, and real-time market insight matter far more than an automated estimate.