Spring is, without a doubt, the best time of year to sell your home. With today being the first official day of Spring, our first rain of the year falling, and little league baseball kicking into full swing one can’t help but feel that Spring is in the air. In real estate we refer to this as ‘the season’. This is the time when most buyers start to think about buying. Here’s why:
All in the Family
Families with school aged children typically only make real estate moves during this time as to not upset the sensitive balance of the school year, leaving Summertime to bear the stresses of moving. Can’t say I blame them as with young children myself, even the thought of trying to move is enough to give me the cold sweats. If your home fits this buyer profile you can’t afford to wait until the Summer, you’ll definitely miss your window.
Low Inventory, High Activity
I think we are positioned for an even crazier Spring season than normal as there is not a wealth of homes available at the moment. What better time than now to start a feeding frenzy?Those sellers who grasp this opportunity to be one of the last burgers at a BBQ will see first hand what lengths buyers will go to make that last tasty morsel their own.
Buyer Pool is Deep
With interest rates still incredibly low and creative financing programs starting to resurface we can confidently say that their are plenty of qualified buyers willing to dive head first into a transaction with you. Even those potential buyers that were the unfortunate victims of the baloon burst are now riding high again as they have had time to rebuild their credit and banks are even willing to offer ‘fresh start’ type programs for those who have had slip ups in more recent history.
Technology is at Buyer’s Fingertips More Than Ever
With the litany of online tools available to buyers there is little doubt that your home will be found, as long as you are working with an agent who knows how to leverage these tools properly. Leveraging the big dogs like Realtor.com, Zillow, and Trulia and pairing them with social networks like Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram is a sure fire way to get the looks and most importantly the high quality offers sellers are looking for. It definitely takes a holistic marketing approach that is much more than sticking a sign in the yard and putting out finger sandwiches. To effectively get as many looks at your home as possible you must have all online tools in play, working together.
You Do Not Want to Go This Alone
In a market like today’s you need an agent who is willing to do everything it takes to get the deal closed. Every stage of escrow has its unique challenges whether it be inspection, appraisal, and, new for Ventura sellers, the new sewer lateral ordinance. With an agent by your side you can rest assured that things will be handled professionally, in your best interest. Who likes drinking Spring’s first ice cold lemonade solo anyway?
Spring into Action
If you see what I’m seeing, a great opportunity to get your home sold for top dollar, reach out and I’ll be happy to do a no-cost, no obligation home valuation so we can see where you’re at and if you’re ready to ‘spring into action’.
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