Before you wait until this summer to sell...READ THIS

     As I write this, a change is in the air. If you're in North Carolina, you can feel it and see it. Springtime is officially arriving. The weather these last few days has been incredible! Crepe myrtles starting to bloom, birds chirping earlier in the morning, and with that comes something else that always shows up this time of year: THE SPRING REAL ESTATE MARKET And right now, it’s starting to buzz. Many forecasts suggest this spring market could be stronger than last year’s, and based on the activity I’ve seen so far in 2026, that certainly feels possible. But the question I have been asked more than any other this year is simple:
“Should I sell my home this spring… or wait until summer?"

                                                               Let's Talk About That. 

    Spring is traditionally the busiest time of year in real estate. Buyers come out in larger numbers and homes tend to show beautifully, but something interesting happens every year....some homeowners actually choose to list just before the full spring rush begins, and there are a few reasons why. Right now across the Triangle, inventory is still relatively limited. That means fewer homes competing for buyer attention. Once we move deeper into March and April, many more homeowners will list their homes at the same time.
When that happens, buyers suddenly have far more choices, which can make it harder for any one home to stand out.

    Another factor this year is pricing. Home values across Wake County have largely stabilized around the mid-$400s, and most forecasts expect only modest growth this year. That means homeowners who sell now likely aren’t missing out on dramatically higher prices a few months later. Mortgage rates have also settled closer to the mid-6% range, which has brought many buyers back into the market who were previously waiting on the sidelines and despite what some people assume, serious buyers are already looking right now. Many buyers,  especially families begin their home search early in the year so they can move before the next school year begins.
                              There’s also one more advantage many homeowners don’t immediately consider.
    If you plan to sell and buy another home, listing earlier can give you more breathing room to find your next place before the market becomes extremely competitive later in the spring.
      Every year the market follows a similar rhythm: activity begins building in late winter, listings increase in spring, and competition grows as more homes hit the market. That’s why some sellers choose to get ahead of the crowd rather than compete with it. Homes that are priced correctly and presented well are still selling, particularly in desirable areas across the Triangle. Spring is always an exciting time in real estate here in North Carolina. But sometimes the best opportunity isn’t when the market is the busiest. Sometimes it's just before it gets there. If selling this year has crossed your mind, it might be worth having a conversation.
I’m always happy to review your options and give you an honest opinion of where things stand.  919-238-9050

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