Summer can be a tricky time to buy a home. Although there are lots of homes and properties available on the market, there are also a lot of buyers available to be house hunting, making offers, and taking time to move. Maybe you fit into that category. Don’t let the busyness of the peak season keep you from shopping for your next home if the time is right for you and your family. According to Randy Mintz, a real estate agent at R.E. Shilow Realty Investors over in Maryland, “The best time to buy a house is when you’re ready to make the purchase.”
Not only do we want to encourage you if the time has come for you to find your next home or property, but we also want to give you some tips on getting a good deal. Here we have three quick tips to help you navigate the summer real estate market.
Be ready to move.
As you probably know, moving can be quite the process. If you have all of your ducks in a row and are ready to move, this can be appealing to the seller. You want to communicate that you are serious about your offer and ready to act on it. Consider getting pre-approved for your loan and having your mortgage lined up, so the seller doesn’t have to take a risk and wait to see what the bank says. Be ready to sign the papers and have boxes ready to pack. This will work in your favor.
Pay attention to the days on the market.
The course of a sale can be greatly affected by how many days the sellers have been trying to sell their home. If a house is new on the market, you will want to act FAST. Don’t delay if this is the home you really want. It’s in your best interest to make a decent offer early to avoid a bidding war that could quickly drive up the price. You never know who is hunting for the same home.
On the other hand, if the home you’re interested in has been on the market for six months or more, you have some time to make a decision. The longer a home has been for sale, the better your opportunity to negotiate the price and strike a deal. Don’t wait too long, though. You never know when a seller might find another buyer or decide to take the property off of the market.
Find a quality real estate agent.
Attempting to navigate the real estate market on your own can be messy and overwhelming. We know from experience that if you work with a quality real estate agent, the odds of finding the home you’ve been looking for at a price within your budget skyrockets. We would love to be the team that helps pair you with a home that is just right for you and your family. Two things are certain: we know the local real estate market and we can help you get the best deal. Take it from us, going it alone is not always worth the risk.
If you’d like to reach out to our team, you can give our office a call at 417-777-3300 or contact us on our WEBSITE. We would love to her from you!
