If selling your house is on your agenda this year, it's time to get things ready. Experts believe the ideal week to put your house on the market is just around the corner.

A recent study by Realtor.com looked at housing market trends over the years, leaving out the unique situation of 2020. They found that the best time to list your home this year is likely to be between April 13 and April 19.

““. . . we’ve identified April 13-19 as the best week to list for sellers . . . a seller listing a well-priced, move-in ready home is likely to find success. Because spring is generally the high season for real estate activity and buyers are more plentiful earlier rather than later in the year, listing earlier in the spring raises a seller’s odds of a successful sale.”
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— Realtor.com

What Makes This Week Stand Out?

Spring is generally a great time for sellers, and this week could really boost your advantage even more. According to Realtor.com, listing your home during this favorable period could lead to significant benefits for you.

• You’ll see more buyers checking out your home right now because demand is really high this time of year.

• If you're looking to sell, now is a great time because serious buyers want to make a move before summer hits.

• You have a greater opportunity to sell for the highest price. The study shows that you might earn an extra $4,800 this week, and that’s $27,000 more compared to earlier in the year.

If you want to list your house during that timeframe, take action now.

With only a few weeks left in this prime listing window, it's important to have a solid plan and act quickly. Partnering with a skilled real estate agent can really make a difference. They can assist you in several key areas:

• Determine what steps you need to take to prepare your house.

• Focus on the tasks that will have the most significant effect in the least amount of time.

• Consider making some quick fixes or small upgrades that might help attract potential buyers.

If your house is already in good condition, you should concentrate on making quick updates that will have a big impact. As Investopedia points out:

““You won’t have time for any major renovations, so focus on quick repairs to address things that could deter potential buyers.”
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— Investopedia

Here are some small projects that can really make a big impact, according to Redfin:

What if you aren’t quite prepared at this moment?

No need to stress if you’re not feeling ready for this week. While Realtor.com suggests that the week of April 13–19 is the best time to sell, that's not the only window of opportunity. If you need a little extra time to prepare your home for the market, there are still ample chances to make a move this homebuying season.

Bottom Line

If you've been holding off on selling, now might be the perfect moment. However, it's not just about the timing; getting your home ready and setting the right price are equally crucial.

What’s one thing you think you should take care of before you feel ready to put your home on the market? Let’s get together and come up with a solid plan to make it happen.