Key Takeaways Pricing is about momentum, not just money: The goal isn’t the highest rent, it’s getting your property rented quickly and consistently. Tenants compare by budget, not location: Your real competition isn’t next door, it’s every listing in the same price range. The first 2 weeks can make or break your listing: If you miss that initial demand window, your property can lose appeal even after price drops. Vacancy costs more than underpricing slightly: One empty month can wipe out gains from trying to push rent higher.

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