instance, like a major company entering — or moving from — the area will tip the scale toward homeowners to make a swift market or toward buyers to make a slow market. The typical selling time in a swift market might be 30 days, while that of a slow market may be up to nine months. Typically, any number below six months is considered a seller’s market.
LIVING IN A FISHBOWL
A house on the market requires keeping the home in a constant “show-ready” condition, and changes in day-to-day life are inherent in the process. Agents usually handle all requests for showing, and they will want Sellers to give them large windows of time to schedule them. A seller needs to be ready to leave and the home must be "show-ready" with short notice. If the home has been properly prepared to sell, they should expect frequent updates by phone, email and text with showing appointment scheduling messages from the listing agent. They also will likely deal with repair and reconditioning appointments and inspections. The house may be photographed for online, periodical, or brochure presentations. There are repeated showings when the home first hits the market. Keep your home in pristine showing condition for these showings.
CHILDREN (AND PETS) SHOULD BE UNSEEN, UNHEARD
Children and pets are distractions for potential buyers, affecting their experience of your home. You should plan for your children to be elsewhere, your pets crated or leashed, and no toys lying about or dog hair on the sofa. The dishes should always be done and the kitchen sparkling.
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