Why Most Seller Regret Starts Before the Listing

In Staten Island and South Brooklyn, seller regret rarely comes from the market itself. It usually comes from decisions made before the home is ever listed.

Pricing Decisions Based on Assumptions

Pricing anchored to hope or outdated comparisons often leads to slower activity and weaker leverage.

Preparation That Undermines Negotiation

Condition issues, even small ones, shape buyer perception and influence negotiations more than many sellers expect.

Timing Without a Strategy

Waiting without understanding how conditions might change can introduce risks sellers did not anticipate.

First Impressions and Lost Momentum

Early exposure carries disproportionate influence. Strong positioning from day one matters.

Avoiding these mistakes doesn’t require perfection. It requires awareness.

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Joseph Ranola | Five-Star Staten Island & South Brooklyn Realtor® (30 + Google reviews)
Associate Broker · Matias Real Estate | Founder · Bridge & Boro Team
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