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A Real Home Value, Not an Online Guess
Why Online Home Values Are Often Wrong
Online estimates don’t walk through your home. They don’t know about upgrades, deferred maintenance, competing listings, or buyer demand in your specific area.
They rely on:
• Public records (often outdated)
• Broad neighborhood averages
• Incomplete or incorrect data
They’re a starting point - not a pricing strategy.
What Actually Determines Your Home’s Value
In the Maryland market, value is driven by a combination of factors working together:
- Location & micro-market trends (not just the city or county)
- Condition & layout (what buyers will pay for vs. ignore)
- Comparable sales (recent, relevant, and realistic)
- Current competition (what buyers are choosing instead)
- Timing & demand (seasonality matters more than most realize)
Price isn’t about what a seller needs, it’s about what buyers are willing to pay right now.
Why Pricing Strategy Matters More Than List Price
Overpricing doesn’t “leave room to negotiate.” It usually:
- Reduces buyer interest
- Leads to longer days on market
- Results in price reductions
- Costs sellers leverage and money
A well-priced home creates urgency, attracts serious buyers, and often nets more, even if the list price looks lower on paper.
The Difference Between an Online Estimate and a Real Market Analysis
A true market value review looks at:
- Active, pending, and recently sold homes
- Buyer behavior in your price range
- Condition-based adjustments
- Your goals and timeline
It’s customized, local, and strategic, because no two homes (or sellers) are the same.
Whether you’re planning to sell soon or just keeping an eye on the market, understanding your home’s real value puts you in control. Good decisions start with accurate information—not guesses.