Answers by Troy A Brown

Great question—and you’re actually right at the perfect first step. Before spending money on repairs, photos, or calling the bank, the best thing to do is meet with a local real estate professional for a quick home-selling consultation. I can walk through your home with you, discuss the current market, estimate what your home could sell for, and help you decide which (if any) repairs or updates would actually increase your value—and which ones you can skip. You don’t need to schedule photos, contact the bank, or even know where you’re moving yet. Those are all things we handle together once we have a clear plan. If you’d like, I’d be happy to stop by for a quick 20–30 minute walkthrough and answer all your questions so you know exactly what the next steps look like. No pressure at all—just information to help you plan.

I’m sorry you’re going through that—it’s frustrating when a home sits on the market and communication isn’t what it should be. A month with very few showings usually means something in the marketing strategy needs adjustment. Incorrect MLS placement alone can significantly limit exposure, especially on sites like Zillow. Before making any big decisions, it can help to have another experienced agent review the listing objectively—pricing, photos, exposure, and marketing strategy—to identify what might be holding it back. Sometimes small adjustments can make a big difference in activity. Sometimes it's merely the dynamics your market is experiencing right now. If you’d like, I’d be happy to take a quick look at the listing and give you an honest, no-pressure opinion on what might improve showings and help get your home sold.