Next time you’re on a listing appointment and want to find out if the owner is serious or just testing the waters, drop this exact question:
What is your alternative plan if the property doesn't sell within the next 3 months?
It forces them to face reality. If they shrug and say, "Oh, we'll just keep living here or raise the rent," you know you're dealing with low motivation. If they panic or share a tight timeline (job transfer, buying another home), you’ve found their leverage.
What’s your go-to question to smoke out unmotivated sellers?