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What does “market value” really mean in real estate, and why is it so often confused with list price or appraised value? In this Two-Minute Tuesday episode, I break down how market value is actually determined, what factors influence it, and why relying on the wrong number can cost buyers and sellers time, money, or leverage. If you’ve ever wondered why a home sells above asking price, or why an appraisal comes in lower than expected, this video will make it all click. This quick, plain-English breakdown is designed to help buyers, sellers, and investors make more informed real estate decisions with confidence. Timestamps : 0:00 – Pricing confusion 0:56 – Market value defined 1:25 – Comps matter 1:48 – Supply & demand 2:08 – Condition & appeal 2:35 – List vs. appraisal 3:36 – Value changes over time 3:59 – Buyer behavior 4:18 – Talk to a realtor #marketvalues #RealEstatePricing #homebuyingadvice #realestateeducation #housingmarketinsights Alex Schult CA DRE License # 02236174 KW Spectrum Properties 📲 Text: 949-726-2601 📧 Email: aschult@kw.com More Real Estate Insights: Friday Market Update -Mortgage Rates Just Dipped — What That Means for Buyers & Homeowners Right Now : https://youtu.be/3sChhUSkyNw Living in Irvine, CA: What You Need to Know Before Moving : https://youtu.be/9AvsDiwHdYg DISCLAIMER: This video content is intended for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Neither Living in California nor Alex Schult is a registered financial advisor, attorney, or tax professional. While we have taken reasonable steps to ensure the accuracy of the information presented in this video, we cannot guarantee that it is free from errors or omissions. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk. Additionally, your use of the Living in California YouTube channel and any communication through this platform, including but not limited to YouTube comments, emails, or messages, does not establish a formal business relationship with Alex Schult or Living in California. For specific advice related to your real estate, financial, or legal needs, we recommend consulting with a licensed professional in the relevant field.

What does “market value” really mean in real estate, and why is it so often confused with list price or appraised value?

In this Two-Minute Tuesday episode, I break down how market value is actually determined, what factors influence it, and why relying on the wrong number can cost buyers and sellers time, money, or leverage. If you’ve ever wondered why a home sells above asking price, or why an appraisal comes in lower than expected, this video will make it all click.

This quick, plain-English breakdown is designed to help buyers, sellers, and investors make more informed real estate decisions with confidence.

Timestamps :

0:00 – Pricing confusion
0:56 – Market value defined
1:25 – Comps matter
1:48 – Supply & demand
2:08 – Condition & appeal
2:35 – List vs. appraisal
3:36 – Value changes over time
3:59 – Buyer behavior
4:18 – Talk to a realtor

#marketvalues #RealEstatePricing #homebuyingadvice #realestateeducation #housingmarketinsights

Alex Schult CA DRE License # 02236174 KW Spectrum Properties
📲 Text: 949-726-2601
📧 Email: aschult@kw.com

More Real Estate Insights:

Friday Market Update -Mortgage Rates Just Dipped — What That Means for Buyers & Homeowners Right Now :
https://youtu.be/3sChhUSkyNw

Living in Irvine, CA: What You Need to Know Before Moving :
https://youtu.be/9AvsDiwHdYg

DISCLAIMER:
This video content is intended for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Neither Living in California nor Alex Schult is a registered financial advisor, attorney, or tax professional. While we have taken reasonable steps to ensure the accuracy of the information presented in this video, we cannot guarantee that it is free from errors or omissions. Any reliance you place on the information provided is strictly at your own risk. Additionally, your use of the Living in California YouTube channel and any communication through this platform, including but not limited to YouTube comments, emails, or messages, does not establish a formal business relationship with Alex Schult or Living in California. For specific advice related to your real estate, financial, or legal needs, we recommend consulting with a licensed professional in the relevant field.

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