Discover why listing your house in the second week of April is best and why you shouldn’t stress too much about timing.
I cannot count the times I have been asked this question: “When is the best time of year to sell your house?” And honestly, it makes sense. Sellers want to know the best time to sell their house so they can make the most money. For many, selling their home is part of their retirement plan or investment strategy. It’s their nest egg.
But before I dive into the optimal selling time of your home, let’s clear something up. Not selling during the “perfect” time doesn’t mean the rest of the year is a bad time to sell. If your timing doesn’t line up, don’t worry. You’re probably not missing out on a ton of cash. The most you’ll lose is a few thousand dollars, maybe six grand or about one perfect of your home’s value. So, it’s not something to stress much about.
So, what is the best time to sell your house? The best time to sell your home is the second week of April, which we call National Listing Week. By this time, most people have received their tax returns, if they have any, and they’re done with the holiday season. During that time, they’re thinking about where their family should live next.
The second week of April is the best time to sell your house.
If you list your home during that second week of April, you can expect to receive an offer in about 20 to 30 days. Let’s say you accept an offer in mid-May and budget another 30 days for the escrow process. That means you could be moving into your new home by the middle of June.
A common misconception is that you should list your house in May, June, or July. But if you do that, you might miss the best time to sell and end up selling when fewer buyers are looking.
To sum it up, the best time to sell your house is the second week of April. Generally, more homes enter the market in February after the Super Bowl. It peaks in April and gradually declines through the summer, fall, and winter.
If you have any questions about real estate, feel free to contact me or my team at (855) 935-6673 or email [email protected]. We’re always happy to help. You can also visit our website, madeformorealty.com, or check our Google reviews to see what it’s like to work with us. Lastly, if you’re selling your house, we can get you three guaranteed offers within three days.