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How to Price Your Home Right from the Start (And Why It Matters)

by Bethany Schilder

Let’s talk about something that can make or break your home-selling experience: the price tag. I know, I know—it’s your home. You’ve poured love, energy, and possibly a small fortune into every inch of it. But when it comes to listing, you’ve got to think like a buyer. And buyers? They’re swiping through listings like it’s a real estate version of a dating app.

So let’s dive into the strategy behind pricing your home just right—and why getting it wrong could leave you with more stress than offers.

First Impressions Matter—So Does That First Price

The first week your home hits the market is prime time. It’s when buyer interest is at its peak. Everyone’s watching those new listings roll in—and if your home is overpriced, you risk being scrolled right past.

Even worse? If you have to drop the price later, buyers may wonder what’s “wrong” with your house.

That’s why we price it smart from the get-go—to attract serious interest and create momentum right out of the gate.

The Power of Comps (a.k.a. Market Comparables)

Comps are one of my favorite tools! These are recently sold homes in your area that are similar in size, age, and condition. We look at these to figure out what buyers are actually willing to pay right now.

It’s not just about what you “want” to get—it’s about what the market supports. Think of comps as your home’s price reality check (in the kindest way possible).

Pro tip: We’ll also factor in current inventory, neighborhood trends, and seasonality in Las Vegas. It’s all about timing and precision!

Buyer Psychology: Round Numbers vs. Strategic Pricing

Ever notice how prices like $399,000 pop up more than $400,000? That’s on purpose! Buyers search in price brackets (like $350K–$400K), so we want your home to be right at that juicy top edge.

Strategic pricing makes your home more discoverable in searches and psychologically more appealing. Weird but true: $399K feels like a deal, while $401K feels like a stretch.

The Risks of Overpricing

Let me say this louder for the people in the back: Overpricing can cost you big time.

Here’s what might happen:

  • Your home sits on the market too long
  • You miss that early-buyer buzz
  • You have to reduce the price
  • You might end up selling for less than you would have with a realistic price up front

And trust me, those lowball offers? They’ll come in hard if your home has been sitting too long.

Working Together to Find the Sweet Spot

Pricing isn’t a one-size-fits-all decision. We’ll look at your goals—whether it’s a fast sale, top dollar, or coordinating with a new purchase—and create a pricing strategy that makes sense for you.

Plus, I’ll bring the data, the experience, and yes… the fun.

The Bottom Line

Pricing your home right from the start isn’t about playing it safe—it’s about playing it smart. The right price draws the right buyers, gets more eyes on your home, and leads to stronger offers. And that’s exactly what we want.

Let’s team up to make sure your pricing strategy is on point from day one—and then get that “SOLD” sign up!

Anytime between “now” and “right now” is a good time to take action on shaping your best life, and that includes where you live. Let’s get the ball rolling on your next steps.
(702) 374-6807. Or drop me a line here.

Bethany Schilder Real Estate Agent

Filed Under: For Sellers, Real Estate Tagged With: Pricing your home, selling a home

About Bethany Schilder

My name is Bethany Schilder and I am a connector! My mission is to help connect busy families with their 'home sweet home’ in Las Vegas. As a native of Las Vegas, I know the various communities and neighborhoods across the Valley like the back of my hand, and bring that expertise in pricing and marketing homes for sale and for finding the perfect spot to nest. I'm always up for chips and guac', wine pairing, or brunch (and can recommend the best places to enjoy them all...!)

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