While the Spring season consistently offers up some of the best conditions for home sellers, Realtor.com says there’s one window where the stars really seem to align year after year. And it’s coming up fast. Based on their analysis of historical trends, the ideal week to put your house on the market this year is: April 12–18. And here’s why this window stands out as being particularly seller-friendly: Buyers Are More Active. According to the research coming out of Realtor.com , homes listed during this week typically get about 16.7% more views than in a normal week. And in a market where buyers have options, getting that extra attention can set the tone for your entire sale. Sales Happen Faster. Realtor.com also explains the added demand from buyers sets you up for a faster process. While homes have been taking longer to sell lately, homes up for sale this week were on the market for 17% less time than usual. And that’s a difference you’ll be able to feel. A Better Price for Your House. Since the number of homes for sale has grown, it’s normal for buyers to ask for credits, repairs, and price adjustments today. But, during this early Spring window, about 18.9% fewer homes do a price cut . That gives you a better chance of getting your full asking price. More Profit in Your Pocket. According to the study, well-prepped homes listed this week can command a price that’s about $5,300 more than the average week (and $26,000 more than homes at the start of the year). And what seller doesn’t want more eyes on their house, getting an offer in hand sooner (rather than later), and their best shot at selling for top dollar? What You Need To Do To Get Ready If you’re already thinking about selling and you want to take advantage of this sweet spot, your next step is shockingly simple. Just talk to me as your local agent. My expertise on our area is going to be key over the next few weeks. Because these trends are going to vary by state, city, and even neighborhood. I know this. and to be honest, even though the people at Realtor.com feel the sweet spot is in April, I truly find it is February year over year... Houses have less competition and they stand out more than if you list in April like so many other people do. What ever you do, do not feel like you have missed your shot. I sell homes year round, even in July and in December which are historically the slowest years for us here in Granite Bay, Roseville, Rocklin, and our surrounding areas. I'll help guide youth get the house ready to sell. Some of this will include: What you’ll want to spruce up before listing How to prioritize any repairs (and contractors that can help) Quick wins that’ll have a big impact What buyers care most about today For some sellers, that’s a few easy fixes they can knock out in the next couple of weeks. A fresh coat of paint. Some new mulch. Or some light Spring cleaning. For others, it’s worth taking another month or so to make some minor updates before listing. And that’s okay. Because while this mid-April window may give sellers an advantage ( Per the internet gurus), it’s not your only opportunity to sell. Bottom Line Getting your house on the market in mid-April may give you an extra edge, but the bigger opportunity is the preparing rehouse to sell properly in the right t condition no matter what season we are in. The real question is: Do you know what you need to do before you can list? If you want your house to hit the market this week (or even this season), let’s talk about what it’ll take to get it ready and let's make as game plan. 

There’s a lot of noise out there right now about investors in the housing market. Some headlines make it sound like big Wall Street firms are buying up everything in sight. And if you’re trying to purchase a home yourself, that can make it feel like the odds are stacked against you. But when you take a closer look at the data, a very different picture starts to come into focus. Most Investors Are Just Everyday Owners For starters, when you hear the word investor , you probably picture big corporations. And that misconception is a large part of what’s feeding into the myth that they’re buying up all the homes. Most investors aren’t big companies, at all. They’re everyday people just like you. They’re someone who owns a second home (like a vacation house at the river), a neighbor who has 1 or 2 rentals, or even a homeowner who tried to sell their home, didn’t get the price they wanted, and decided to rent it instead. And when all of these groups are lumped together in the headlines, the number of investors sounds high – especially if you’re operating under the assumption all investors are big investors. But here’s what the numbers really show when you drill down. Institutional Investors Are a Small Slice of the Housing Market Large institutional investors, those big companies buying homes, actually make up a very small share of the overall housing market. According to BatchData , the largest investors (those with 1,000+ homes) own just 0.4% of the 86 million single-family homes in the country. And their share of the market is actually shrinking. Data from Parcl Labs shows big investors are selling 4 homes for every 1 they’re buying right now ( see visual below ):