As you’re getting ready to sell your house, one of the first questions you’re probably asking is, “How long is this going to take?” And that makes sense. You want to know what to expect.
While every market is different, understanding what’s happening nationally can give you a good baseline. But for an even more detailed look at real estate conditions in your area, connect with me. I know the local market best. I can explain what’s happening near you and how it compares to national trends.
Here’s a look at some of the things I will walk you through during that conversation.
More Homes Are on the Market, and That’s Affecting How Long They Take To Sell
According to Realtor.com, the number of homes for sale has been going up this year. That means there are more options for buyers. It’s great news for anyone looking to buy a home. But as a seller, it also means homes are staying on the market a bit longer now that buyers have more options to choose from.
One of the big reasons homes sold so fast in recent years is because there were so few of them for sale. Now that there are more houses on the market, it makes sense that they aren’t selling at the same pace. Right now, according to Realtor.com it takes 55 days from the time a house is listed for it to be officially sold and closed on.
But keep this in mind. While homes might not be selling as quickly as they did last year at this time, they’re still selling faster than they did in more normal years in the housing market, before the pandemic.
If you look back at 2017-2019 in the graph above, you’ll see that it was typical for a house to take 60 days or more to sell. So, today’s process is still faster than the norm.
That’s because, even with more homes for sale, there are still more buyers than homes for sale. So, homes that show well and are priced right are selling fast.
Your Agent Can Help Your Home Stand Out
If you’re looking for ways to make your move happen as quickly as possible, working with me is the key. I will help you with everything from setting the right price to staging your home so it looks its best. I will give you key insights about what’s happening in your specific area.
So, while homes might be on the market a little longer than before, they are still selling faster than the norm. If you have the right agent and the right strategy in place, your house may even sell faster than you would expect.