A Majority of Consumers Say Its a Good Time To Sell Your House

If you're a homeowner thinking about selling your house, you're probably looking for the best time to make your move. That means you're likely balancing a number of factors, like your changing needs, where you'll go when you sell, and todays mortgage rates in order to time it just right.

According to recent data, that sweet spot could already be here. The latest Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) by Fannie Mae finds that 76% of consumers believe now is a good time to sell.

The graph below shows the percentage of survey respondents who say its a good time to sell a house. The big dip in March and April of 2020 reflects how consumer sentiment dropped at the beginning of the pandemic as uncertainty about the health crisis grew. Since then, the percentage has grown consistently as more people feel confident its a good time to sell.

In fact, survey respondents think its an even better time to sell a house today than they did in 2019, which was a strong year for the housing market. The latest survey results indicate one of the strongest peaks in seller sentiment in nearly three years (see graph below):

What Makes Today a Good Time To Sell?

One reason so many people think its a good time to sell is because there are still more buyers in todays market than there are homes for sale. Thats driving home prices up, making it a good time to sell your house.

And if you're on the fence about whether or not to sell because you don't know where you'll go once you do, know that you might have more options today than in previous months. Thats because the number of homes coming onto the market has grown each month since the start of the year. When more homes come onto the market, it gives you more opportunities to find one that meets your changing needs.

Bottom Line

While the number of homes available for sale is growing and giving you more options for your move, inventory is still low overall. That could mean its a great time for you to sell. If you're ready to address your changing needs and take advantage of todays favorable conditions, lets connect.

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