Beautiful house, big yard, good school. 40 days on market and only 2 people come see it. My agent says the market is slow but I see other houses sell fast. Is it my agent or my house? I am very frustrated.
Asked by Jake | Rocky Mount, NC| 04-27-2026| 5 views|Selling|Updated 2 days ago
Unfortunately, there is not enough information provided regarding your home and current neighborhood situation. We would need to know what you are priced at, the condition of your property, property square footage, what the last comps have sold for and their condition, etc. Once we have this, we can give you a much better idea of what the issue is.
Keith Jean-Pierre
Managing Principal
The Dapper Agents
Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA
I understand why you’re frustrated—when a home sits on the market with very few showings, it’s usually a sign that something isn’t connecting with buyers. The good news is that in most cases, this can be identified and corrected.
When a home isn’t getting traffic, it typically comes down to a few key factors:
1. Pricing vs. buyer expectations
Even if a home is beautiful, buyers decide what to see based on price first. If similar homes nearby are getting more activity, it may be a sign your home is priced slightly outside where buyers see value.
2. Online presentation
Most buyers decide whether to schedule a showing based on photos and listing presentation. Things like:
• Photo quality
• Lighting
• Layout visibility
• First impression
can make a big difference in whether buyers click or scroll past.
3. Condition and staging
Small details matter more than we expect:
• Clutter
• Personal items
• Odors or maintenance issues
• How spacious the home feels
These can affect buyer interest even before they step inside.
4. Market positioning
It’s not always about whether the market is “slow”—it’s about how your home compares to others buyers are seeing at the same price point.
About your question: agent vs. house
It’s usually not just one or the other—it’s about the overall strategy. A strong listing plan includes:
• Accurate pricing
• Professional marketing
• Ongoing adjustments based on feedback
What I usually suggest:
If a home has had limited activity after a few weeks, it’s a good time to step back and evaluate:
• Price relative to recent sales
• Buyer feedback (if any)
• Online performance (views vs. showings)
Often, small strategic adjustments can significantly improve activity.
— Becky Groe
Coldwell Banker Realty