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Why spring is the perfect time to sell your home
Warmer weather is upon us, and with interest rates at their lowest in recent years, now is the per- fect time to list your home. Typically considered the hottest season for the housing market, spring is the ideal period to move forward with plans to sell. To make the most of eager buyers this spring, consider the following:
Warmer weather makes buyers active
it’s key that your real estate professional accurately estimates your home’s value to ensure that your asking price is in line with what buyers are willing to pay. This process relies on com- parable homes — or “comps” for short — sold in your neigh-
borhood. With more homes selling on-season, those comps will be more accurate than drawing on data from homes
sold for lower prices in the winter.
Not sure if you want to sell? There’s still time to take
advantage of the spring market if you start prepping now. After you’ve prepped your home, it’s time to part- ner with the right real estate professional who can pro- vide some guidance and ensure that your home stands
out from the pack this spring.
Lisa Sanders of Dream Town has been selling real estate for more than a decade, averaging at least 50 homes per year. Her awards include Chicago Association of Realtors Top 1% Producer, Five Star Professional Award for exceptional client service, as well as being featured in Crain’s Chicago Business as one of the Most Notable Residential Realtors in Chicago. Lisa is also the #1 Re- altor in 60631 and a top selling broker in 60656 and has helped many Chicago Police Department clients buy and sell homes throughout the city.
LISA SANDERS
The undisputed champ of seasons for selling a home, spring means buyers ready to close the deal. Not only are the skies blue
— perfect for great marketing photography — but buyers
are ready to find their dream homes in order to make a move and settle before the weather takes a chilly turn.
The market is right
Lower interest rates mean buyers can get more home for their buck. Lower inventory also allows for some healthy com- petition, often resulting in multiple offers on a home. This is a boon for sellers, which means you’ll likely be able to command a more competitive offer on your home.
Data is on your side
When you’re going through the process of selling your home,
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