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How to revive a property that didn’t sell first time around

Tips and tricks from expert agent trainer Josh Phegan.

Gill South
Last updated: 7 October 2024 | 5 min read
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Relisting a property that didn't sell requires a fresh strategy. According to expert Josh Phegan, success hinges on a great agent, a realistic price, and a clear plan.

Key steps include:

- Refreshing marketing with new photos and videos

- Proactive buyer matching from the agent's database

- Considering cosmetic updates like styling or painting

- Addressing property defects with professional quotes

A good agent builds trust through clear communication, reassuring buyers and driving competition for a successful sale.

How can agents help sellers tell the story about a house that didn’t sell previously, and reassure buyers that there’s nothing wrong with it?

What can an agent do to help sellers refresh and change the look of a home that’s been on the market before?

Is there any extra documentation the seller and agent should provide to buyers the second time round?

If you’ve changed agents to sell the home this time around, how can you expect them to put their own stamp on the house sale?

Authors

Gill South Gill South
Business and property journalist

Josh Phegan Josh Phegan
Real Estate Speaker, Trainer & Coach