spring market: Will the Answer Be...
- 02/02/24 09:24 AM
...An Early Spring?
I hope so because down in Gobblers Knob, PA over 45,000 people gathered to hear what ole Punxsutawney Phil, the most famous groundhog in the United States, was going to predict. After much revelry, pomp, and circumstance, the Chief Prognosticator issued the order to roust Phil from his winter sleep and prepare to give his prediction.
It took a bit to get Phil out of his comfy spot
After much fanfare upon Phil's appearance, he issued his prediction
Punxsutawney Phil said "An Early Spring is on the way"
Sellers, get those homes ready for the active market!
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spring market: New Beginnings...
- 03/01/23 07:15 AM
I look at Spring as the yearly signal for new beginnings and March as the in-between Winter and Spring month. Yes, we're expecting more snow in Northeastern Massachusetts, after a mild Winter but soon new leaves, grass, and flowers will pop into the scene and the list for Spring cleaning is being developed (or should I say the honey-do list?😁)
March is here!
March is an exciting time of year for me. This year, once the snow goes, I'm going to build/assemble four (4) raised-bed garden areas for a variety of veggies, herbs, and maybe some berry trellises.
For Realtors, much of the … (14 comments)
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spring market: Spring Market Expectations
- 03/31/22 12:19 PM
Spring has Sprung in many parts of the nation. There are still some areas in the northern reaches and higher elevations of the country where it is cold and snowy still, but nonetheless, Spring is here and the Spring Market for Real Estate is preparing to enter into high gear. I've noticed increased listings for some communities in our area and... they are being sold quickly.
Below is an article prepared by the folks at KCM on their view of the Spring Market and what to expect.
What You Can Expect from the Spring Housing Market As the spring housing market kicks … (4 comments)
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spring market: Don't Forget...
- 02/13/21 09:16 AM
...this weekend is Daytona 500 weekend. This epic race kicks off the 2021 NASCAR season. Who's your favorite driver? This year, I'm going with Ricky Stenhouse Jr., but I have many favorites.
Next up is Baseball! Now that the Super Bowl Champion(s) have been crowned we turn to Spring Training. I'm hoping our Boston Red Sox are contenders this year
But first, CONGRATULATIONS to the Tampa Bay Buccanneers for an outstandingly played game AND to Tom Brady on claiming his 7th, you heard that right, his 7th Super Bowl Ring and 5th MVP award. We have to remember that … (8 comments)
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spring market: Alive & Well?
- 03/07/20 09:07 AM
I was sitting here with thoughts of Spring and decided to take a look at the whole Georgetown, MA Real Estate Market. Mind you, Georgetown is a town of roughly 8700 with approximately 3000 households.
Here's a March 7 look at the Georgetown, MA Real Estate Market: There are currently: 6 Single Family residences on the Active Market 3 Condominiums 1 Multi-Family 4 Tracts of Land 2 Commercial Rentals Meanwhile, there are 16 properties currently progressing to closing. And 13 more properties have SOLD/Closed in the last 3 months (typically slow months) Diagnosis: The Georgetown Real Estate Market is Alive and … (2 comments)
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spring market: Don't Forget To...
- 03/06/20 10:02 PM
That's right! Spring is fast upon us. Tonight we set our clocks forward 1-hour (EXCEPT those in AZ. They get to miss the excitement...lol).
In the Real Estate world, there is much expectation about the Spring Market. Everyone talks about it.
Spring is that time of year for renewal. I've already gotten my burning permit from the local Fire Department. I'm making a list of the outdoor jobs around the house like replacing a couple of deck boards, reattaching the lattice the Winter wind dislodged, lawn work of course and some other stuff.
As usual, when you are changing your clocks before retiring make … (18 comments)
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spring market: Spring? Are You Ready?
- 01/13/20 08:14 AM
I know, I know...It's only the middle of January and Winter is still all around us. BUT for those who are considering placing their homes on the active Spring Market, you need to prepare now, not March. Why? you say. It's easy...
Buyers are Always in the Market and Looking AND Inventory is low, low, low. Thus, the thinking paradigm is... Think Spring Now! It's important to understand this and undertake your Spring Market preparedness, Now, rather than March or April.
The article below has corroborating information put together by the folks from KCM
The New Spring Real Estate Market is Here. Are You Ready? … (13 comments)
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spring market: Here It Comes...FINALLY
- 03/08/19 06:37 AM
Spring is getting closer and closer. As I look out my office window I see mounds of snow, it's 14 degrees outside BUT the sun is out, I don't see a cloud in the sky and hope burns eternal that the Spring warmup will begin. When I look at Spring I start with markers along the way, such as the Red Sox Spring Training in February, then The Daytona 500, a couple of weeks later and my 3rd marker....Daylight Savings Time!!!
The flowers will soon pop through the thawed soil, landscapers will be out and about, Spring cleaning chores will be worked out, … (20 comments)
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spring market: How Many Phils Are There?
- 02/03/19 11:03 AM
Of course, there's only 1 Puxatawney Phil BUT what I didn't know was how many States have their own version of Pennsylvania's Puxatawney Phil. Here's a map. AND I found a couple others not listed.
In alphabetical order: "Note" Yes, I found 2 in Wisconsin
Alabama - Smith Lake Jake - 6 more weeks of Winter
Connecticut - Chuckles IX - An early Spring
Georgia - General Beauregard Lee - 6 more weeks of Winter
Louisiana - Cajun Groundhog - An early Spring
Ohio - Buckeye Chuck - An early Spring
New York - Staten Island Chuck - An early Spring
North Carolina - Sir Walter Wally - 6 more … (12 comments)
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spring market: Spring is Here & Buyers are Out...
- 03/27/18 01:33 PM
It is here! Spring!!! I still have a bunch of snow at our house and neighborhood. BUT Spring is in the air and if you are considering placing your home on the active Real Estate market this Spring it is time to get to work preparing your home to present itself in all it's glory. The KCM team has prepared a tip sheet for preparing your home for the Spring Market
20 Tips For Preparing Your House For Sale This Spring
Highlights: When listing your house for sale your top goal will be to get the home sold for the best price possible! … (5 comments)
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spring market: Are You Considering Selling?
- 03/02/18 07:42 AM
Thoughts of Spring are in the air. Winter is being pushed out of our minds with the thoughts of warmth, sunshine, ideas for our yards and summertime plans. AND, in the Real Estate world, we gear up for the, arguably, busiest time of the year for listings and sales.
The graphic from KCM highlights 4 reasons to sell
4 Reasons To Sell This Spring
Some Highlights: Buyer demand continues to outpace the supply of homes for sale which means that buyers are often competing with one another for the few listings that are available! Housing inventory is still under the 6-month supply … (0 comments)
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spring market: THE #1 REASON TO SELL NOW, BEFORE SPRING
- 02/13/18 05:30 AM
In our area, Northeast Massachusetts, inventory is low, low, low right now. As we are almost ½ through the month of February sellers should start placing their homes on the market now. By doing so, those homes will be the homes that are at the closing table in April & May. These homes will have less competition than the properties that wait until the end of March, April & May.
You all know I am a fan of KCM and the information they share in the Real Estate community. So, today I am sharing their #1 reason for selling your property before the … (6 comments)
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spring market: When Is It The Right Time?
- 03/23/17 08:14 AM
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spring market: It's Official!
- 03/20/17 06:24 AM
It's here! We've been waiting for it and now it's here. It's the arrival of the Spring Equinox, a symbol of rebirth, renewal & growth. Thus today, March 20, 2017, is the Official 1st Day of Spring. For informational purposes, the Autumnal Equinox starts, today, in the Southern Hemisphere.
The winter was milder than normal in New England and many other locations in the country AND the prediction is for a hotter than normal Summer. My hope for Real Estate is we have a Hotter than normal Spring Market. Sellers have been waiting for Spring. Buyers are out and ready to buy. Those who … (22 comments)
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spring market: It's That TIME Again...
- 03/10/17 06:31 AM
It happens every Spring. People look forward to this day. Visions such as sunshine, flowers, green lawns, golf, and warmth invade our minds. We wait for it beginning each November. We know it's soon when Puxatony Phil makes his prediction. The signs are all around us. Spring Training, The Daytona 500, Crocus' are popping up early in Massachusetts.
The Cherry Blossoms in D.C. are right around the corner.
NOW, this weekend IT's HERE!
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME is this weekend. Spring Forward!
As I … (8 comments)
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spring market: What Do You Think Of?
- 02/17/17 06:33 AM
What do you think of when you think of Spring? Here in the northern states, many sports fans think of Baseball or NASCAR. Others think of Daylight Savings Time or make plans for the landscaping of their yard and the vegetable/flower garden. Realtors® think of the "Spring Market". THEN, there is the ardent golfer waiting to hit the links again.
I came across a piece of golfing lore. In, 1889, while playing in Atlantic City, N.J. Ab Smith hit a shot he defined as a "bird of a short." His description of the shot led to one of golfing's embedded descriptions. A shot … (16 comments)
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spring market: It's Time...
- 02/08/17 07:04 AM
...to put your home on the market! Many sellers hold off placing their homes on the market during the winter months. They have a false impression that they have to wait for the "Spring Market" before their home will sell.
Savvy sellers realize by listing their homes in February they will be the ones closing in March, April & May. Inventories are still very low and there is more buyer demand than there are homes to buy.
Sellers also realize they will have less competition if they list their properties in February thus beating most sellers to the marketplace.
So, contact your local … (4 comments)
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