Scott P. Rogers
Funkhouser Real Estate Group
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Brought to you by Scott P. Rogers, Funkhouser Real Estate Group, 540-578-0102, scott@HarrisonburgHousingToday.com
Brought to you by Scott P. Rogers, Funkhouser Real Estate Group, 540-578-0102, scott@HarrisonburgHousingToday.com
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Steep Lot!
Likely, yes... unless it has a big flaw, a big need, or a big price.

Most homes in the Harrisonburg area are selling well right now. If you list your well-maintained home at a fair price, and you should expect solid interest and a contract before long. But "most homes" doesn't mean every home.

A Big Flaw

Some homes have a characteristic that a significant portion of buyers won't be excited about... a busy road... a steep lot... a tiny yard... an awkward layout. These aren't dealbreakers for everyone -- but they will narrow our buyer pool. We should acknowledge the flaw, and price your home accordingly.

A Big Need

A roof that's overdue. An HVAC system on its last legs. Floors and paint that haven't been touched in decades. Lots and lots of deferred maintenance. Buyers aren't afraid of older homes, but they are more cautious when a home feels like it needs one or more significant and costly upgrades in the near term. It's worth thinking about which of those needs are worth addressing before you list.

A Big Price

This one is the most controllable. An overpriced home can get skipped when buyers are deciding what to go see, or it can sit long enough that buyers start wondering what's wrong with it. If you want to go under contract quickly, make sure your price is in line with similar, recently sold, homes.

So... if you want your home to go under contract quickly:
1. Acknowledge the big flaws. 
2. Consider addressing the big needs. 
Don't accidentally give your home a big price. 

If we do these three things, you should be in good shape for signing a contract in a timely fashion.