What’s the Risk of Overpricing Your Home?
It’s tempting to think a higher asking price means more money in your pocket – but in property, overpricing often leads to the opposite. Here’s why setting the right price from day one is key to achieving the best possible result when selling your home.
When selling your home, it’s natural to want the highest figure possible. But aiming too high at the start can actually work against you.
Here’s why:
1. Your Home Gets Stale
Most interest comes in the first 2–3 weeks of marketing. If buyers think your home is overpriced, they’ll scroll past – and when you eventually reduce, it can make your property look “stuck” in the market.
2. Fewer Viewings = Less Competition
A strong price attracts multiple buyers, creating competition. That’s what pushes offers up. An inflated price puts people off booking a viewing, leaving you with fewer interested parties and less chance of a bidding war.
3. Delays Can Cost You More
Overpricing can cause your property to linger, meaning you may eventually accept a lower offer than if you’d priced correctly from the start. Time wasted could also cost you the opportunity to secure your dream next home.
How Pendle Hill Properties Does It Differently
At Pendle Hill Properties, we combine high-level market analysis with our AI-powered buyer-matching system to ensure your home is priced with precision. This means your property launches at a figure that:
Attracts maximum attention from the right buyers.
Creates momentum and competition.
Secures the best possible final sale price, not just a flattering asking figure.
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