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The Anchoring Effect in Real Estate Decisions

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Language: English
Submitted on: Jul 2, 2025
Accepted on: Nov 25, 2025
Published on: Nov 27, 2025
Published by: Real Estate Management and Valuation
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
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