List Price

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Definition

The aspirational number sellers put on their property, which bears little resemblance to what they'll actually accept.

Example Usage

The list price was $500,000, but the seller accepted $465,000 after the appraisal came in low.

Origin

From 'list,' meaning a catalog or roll of items

Fun Fact

Realtors often suggest overpricing to test the market, then gradually reduce it—a strategy called 'price anchoring.'

Source: Real estate marketing terminology