If you’re planning to sell and buy in the spring of 2021, now is your time to start getting ready. If you’re not sure how to best prepare yourself, we’ve put together this (non-exhaustive) list of ways you can make sure you get your offer accepted on your dream home!
Spring is creeping up on us…temperatures are finally coming above what feels like freezing, inventory is starting to tick up a bit, and that can only mean one thing: the spring market is almost here!
- Find a trusted Real Estate agent
Real estate agents and realtors are like Pokémon cards. They may all look the same, but each one has different powers and abilities-and they are not all equal. When interviewing your realtor, ask them if they have strategies to win in a bidding war, what their availability for showings are, and what kind of off-market properties they have access to. These are essential tools a real estate agent must have, and if you’re looking to successfully buy and sell in spring of 2021, you need to make sure your real estate has your back on all of it.
- Be prepared
This is a competitive market, and things can go fast. While this isn’t something you should worry about, you should be aware of this and take steps to prepare. Getting pre-approved by a reputable lender is the #1 way to prepare for a fast moving market. Knowing that we have a mortgage broker who knows all your financing before you go see a property means that we will be able to make an educated offer quickly if you find a home you see your family living in!
- Be flexible
House hunting can be emotional, and can, at times, feel like a game to be won. The most important thing to focus on is establishing 3 or 4 must haves for your new home. Having clear goals for what features you want included in a new house keeps your focus on the things that really matter. This will help you get where you want to go, and it makes sure that any compromises you have to make doesn’t feel like you’re ‘losing.’
As we start to enjoy the first signs of spring and longer hours in the sun, it’s important that you take the time to prepare yourself to enter the spring market. If any of this seems overwhelming, don’t stress: send us a message and we’ll help you get everything in order for a killer spring 2021!