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Are You Waiting For The Right Moment?

Ice and snow, wind and low temperatures; these are the conditions we face in mid-February. Our instinct in winter is to huddle inside where it is warm and dry, keeping everything on hold as we wait for seasons to change and spring to arrive.

While winter may not seem like the best time to think about buyer or selling a home, there are things you can do now if you plan to get into the real estate market this spring.

Sellers:

Contact a Realtor you trust to act as your Sellers' Agent
Research to establish a realistic asking price for your property
Prepare your property for showing and eventual sale

Buyers:

Contact a Realtor you trust to act as your Buyers' Agent
Investigate your credit and repair it if necessary
Seriously consider your real estate needs and wants

Buyers and Sellers; It is tempting to sit warmly bundled with hot cocoa in hand as you wait patiently for spring, but making some preparations now will give you a jump start on spring activities.

Posted by Rosario Lewis, GRI ~ DDR Realty, Orange County, NY on 02/13/2008 02:05 PM

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16 Comments on Are You Waiting For The Right Moment?

Jealous here in SC. We could use a little snow. 62 today!

02/13/2008 02:15 PM

by MELISSA DAVIS - BROKER/GRI. Sumter SC (CENTURY 21 Hawkins & Kolb)

Melissa - LOL I'm sure no one here would object to my sending a little of our snow your way.

02/13/2008 04:16 PM

by Rosario Lewis, GRI ~ DDR Realty, Orange County, NY (DDR Realty)

Rosario, Good points, there is always work to do to prepare for the business you want in the Spring...I believe this is the best time to do the indoor work so I can be outside when the warm weather finally comes.

02/13/2008 05:08 PM

by Carole Provenzale Owner, Feng Shui Long Island & New York (Feng Shui Long Island & New York City)

Rosario...Great advice and a great picture. Both are very appropriate at this time of the year.

Kathleen

02/14/2008 12:01 AM

by Kathleen "Kate" Elim, LAKE ANNA, VA Real Estate (RE/MAX Lake & Country)

You've make a very good point. This time of year does afford prospective buyers and sellers an opportunity to prepare to achieve their objectives.

02/14/2008 05:28 AM

by DDR Realty, Orange County, NY

Isn't it the early bird that catches the worm? I think now is the perfect time to get ready for selling in the spring. Good reminders!

02/14/2008 08:54 AM

by Teri Eckholm, Realtor® Anoka County MN (Keller Williams Premier Realty)

Carol -So true. Since we must spend most of our time indoors anyway, we may as well make the most of it.

Kathleen - Thanks. I took the photos for its beauty.

Derrick - We agree.

Teri - Yes, those early birds know what they are doing.

02/14/2008 09:43 AM

by Rosario Lewis, GRI ~ DDR Realty, Orange County, NY (DDR Realty)

Very good advice for buyers and sellers. Now is the time to start.

02/14/2008 03:22 PM

by Don Draughn - Mortgage Professional (High Point NC Mortgages)

Don - Thank you for your comment. Preparation is always important.

02/14/2008 05:13 PM

by Rosario Lewis, GRI ~ DDR Realty, Orange County, NY (DDR Realty)

Rosario, this year the north is having significant winter and the south has had barely a flake. It is always a good time to buy or sell if that is the phase in your life. You are right about how people can get a jump on the spring market.

02/14/2008 09:11 PM

by Gary Woltal - REALTOR® Dallas Ft. Worth (Keller Williams Realty)

Gary - Weather ( like real estate) is local. Thanks for dropping by.

02/15/2008 07:20 AM

by Rosario Lewis, GRI ~ DDR Realty, Orange County, NY (DDR Realty)

Beautiful picture. One of the nice things about blogging is that I'm paying more attention to pictures -- mine as well as others'. And good advice, though our local market is more year-round, we do slow down by necessity when there is a winter storm.

02/18/2008 10:55 AM

by Ann Heitland, Associate Broker, CRS, GRI , ABR ~ Flagstaff Real Estate/Community (Team Heitland at RE/MAX Peak Properties)

Ann - I also find myself more aware of photos and photo ops since joining AR. It's another interesting facet of participation.

02/18/2008 10:59 AM

by Rosario Lewis, GRI ~ DDR Realty, Orange County, NY (DDR Realty)

great advise

02/18/2008 08:05 PM

by Susan Jackowski Orange County New York (RJ Smith Realty)

Rosario - Great Advice. Now is a good time to get the ball rolling so that when springs comes the house is ready for the market.

02/28/2008 10:17 PM

by Jennifer Fivelsdal, Rhinebeck NY (Keller Williams Realty)

Jennifer - Buyers and Sellers don't always anticipate the amount of preparation necessary to insure a smooth and speedy transaction. The wise will use this time to prepare.

02/28/2008 10:36 PM

by Rosario Lewis, GRI ~ DDR Realty, Orange County, NY (DDR Realty)

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