There are many reasons. There are also a couple of downsides
as well.
In Seattle the weather finally starts to warm up. It is
decent outside and people are starting to get out more. It seems that spring is
busier for many families. Sports are starting up again, school is having more
outings, and you are going on more walks and adventures. Generally there are
many more people out and about in spring then winter. Because of this it makes
spring a perfect time to list your home.
Many people list their homes in the summer because they know
it is the best weather and has the most buyer traffic. Open houses will be busy
and offers will be written. Why not start in spring? Get ahead of the curve. The
same people who buy in the summer have actually been looking starting in the
spring.
Another good reason to list in the spring is that if your
house is sitting vacant you do not need to pay to heat or cool it. With the
mild temperatures of spring your home should stay fairly comfortable and this
is more attractive to buyers. If your home is too hot or cold during the
selling process it will make potential buyers wonder why the temperature is so
extreme.
One last advantage for a spring listing is that families
tend to not want to move their children during the school year. Many will wait
until the year is finished and move during the summer. Because it can take a
few weeks for closing a deal starting your search in spring is perfect for this
timeline. If you move in early summer that gives the buyer the rest of the
summer to get settled and make sure the kids are comfortable for the new school
year.
Now for the downsides, in Seattle spring means rain. With
rain you can discover new leaks, your yard can be soggy, and it can be
miserable to go outside. Also gardens
can begin to grow and may need some work from sitting all winter. By paying attention and doing a little work these things can be avoided.
Really, now is a great time to begin the selling/listing
process. Getting your home straightened up and ready to market is a great place
to start. It’s great to be ahead of the
curve of other sellers, now is the time to get started.
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