Answers by Val Kellogg

Hi Marne, If you’ve had strong showings and no offers after 35 days, it’s almost always a pricing issue, not a marketing issue or necessarily your agent. Buyers are seeing the home but not feeling it’s worth the price compared to others going pending. Minor updates can help with first impressions, but they won’t fix a pricing mismatch. Before firing your agent, have a direct conversation about repositioning the price based on current market feedback. Taking it off and relisting only works if you’re making meaningful changes otherwise, buyers will recognize it and nothing really resets.

Hey Mike, Before selling, focus on making your home clean, neutral, and move-in ready. Declutter, deep clean, and remove personal items so buyers can picture themselves living there. Fresh paint, good lighting, and simple touch-ups go a long way, while curb appeal sets the tone before they even walk in. You don’t need a full remodel just a home that feels well cared for and worth the price.