2 Things Sellers Should Know This Spring

A lot has changed in the last year, and you may be wondering what the spring housing market holds. If you plan to sell your home this holiday season, here are some tips from real estate experts.

1. Houses That Are Priced Right Are Still Selling

Houses that are updated and priced at their current market value are still selling. Jeff Tucker, Senior Economist at Zillowsays:

“. . . sellers who price and market their home competitively shouldn’t have a problem finding a buyer.”

The need to price your house right is so important today because the market has changed so much over the past year. Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at realtor.comexplains:

“With a smaller pool of buyers today and more competition from other homes on the market, homesellers will likely need to adjust their price expectations in the market this spring.”

While this spring housing market is different than last year’s, sellers with proper expectations who lean on a real estate expert for the best advice on pricing their house well are still finding success. And that’s great news if you’re thinking about selling.

2. Buyers Are Still Out There

Some buyers have put their plans on hold as mortgage rates have risen and remain volatile. However, there are still numerous reasons why people buy houses today. Lisa Sturtevant, Chief Economist at Bright MLSspells out the mindset of today’s buyers:

“For some buyers, higher mortgage rates simply means buying a home is out of the question unless home prices fall. For others, higher mortgage rates will be a hurdle but ultimately will not keep them from getting back into the market after sitting on the sidelines for months.”

That's why, if you want to sell your home this spring, it's a good idea to work with a real estate agent who can connect you with buyers who are ready to buy.

Bottom Line

This spring, there are still plenty of opportunities for sellers. Let's talk today if you're wondering if now is the right time to make a move.

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