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Discover the Perfect Time to Sell Your Home: 4 Reasons to List Now

Key Takeaways:

  • Market conditions favoring sellers
  • Adjusting to changes in space needs
  • Aligning with your evolving lifestyle
  • Emotionally ready and motivated for a fresh start

As a Realtor, I understand how the idea of selling your home can be both exciting and daunting. With the market constantly changing, it’s important to know when the time is right to make a move. If you’ve been considering selling, I’m here to guide you through the process and ensure you make the best decision for your situation. Let’s take a look at some reasons why now might be the perfect time to sell your house.

Why Now May Be the Time to Sell Your Home

The Market is Favoring Sellers

increase in housing market depicted by red arrow

Homeowners always hope to get the best possible price for their homes. Watching market trends can help you determine when it’s the right time to sell. If you’re unsure, don’t hesitate to ask us, your local real estate experts! We’ll help you find the ideal time and price to list your property.

You Need More or Less Space

Whether your family is expanding or you’re looking to downsize, finding the right size home is essential. Surprising shifts in the modern workforce are adding in new factors like telecommuting and hybrid workspaces. Where you once worked from an office, you may now be stepping out of bed and taking calls in your robe. We can help you find a home that fits your needs perfectly, from a larger house to a cozy condo or even a place with a dedicated office space.

Your Lifestyle is Changing

As your interests evolve, you may want to explore different communities and amenities. Are you starting to appreciate golf? Maybe you enjoy a more active lifestyle now? Whatever changes you may undergo throughout your life can dictate the community you fit best in. If you’re craving a new environment, it may be time to sell and find a lifestyle community that better suits your current desires.

You’re Emotionally Ready and Motivated to Sell

for sale sign

Have you ever looked around and felt you needed a change? Or maybe life throws something new and unique at you that you don’t want to pass up, and it means leaving your current home. Sometimes, life presents opportunities that are too good to pass up. If you’re feeling motivated to make a change and start a new chapter, now might be the time to sell your home.

Get the Definitive Answer

Still unsure if selling your home is the right move? A neighborhood sold report can provide valuable insights into the current market and help you make an informed decision. Simply contact us today with some information about your home, and we’ll be in touch with your personalized neighborhood report.

Together, we’ll analyze prior sales of similar properties and current listings in your neighborhood to determine a fair listing price that maximizes your return and promotes a quick sale.

Ready to start your new and exciting real estate journey? Give us a call, and let’s explore your options for selling your home. With our friendly, approachable style, we’re committed to making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.

About Les Sulgrove

Les is an Iowa native born in Des Moines and raised in the southwest Iowa town of Bridgewater. He has been a resident of Des Moines since 1982 and has been married to his wife Linda for over 35 years. Together they have 3 grown children, 7 grandchildren and make their home on Des Moines south side. He has been a licensed REALTOR® since 1990 and is Vice President at VIA Group, REALTORS®. Les is the 2011 Past President of the Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS® (DMAAR) and received the award of Salesperson of the Year by DMAAR in 2007 for his involvement and service to the Association. Additionally, he is active at the Iowa Association of REALTORS® and serves on local, state and national committees. He also owns and operates the national technology networking group CyberProfessionals. This group of real estate professionals meets twice annually across the United States to learn from each other and share new marketing ideas with heavy emphasis on current and future technologies and their use in the real estate business. Les’ hobbies include golf, photography and sarcastic humor. He and Linda spend many Saturday mornings from Spring to Fall at the Des Moines Downtown Farmers Market. He enjoys spoiling his grandchildren at every opportunity.

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