By Ted Shoop
By the time this issue of Freeport Life is published, another school year will have come to a close. Perhaps, you and your family are ready to take that long-awaited summer vacation to a destination near or far. If most locals with school-age children are leaving town, what does that mean for home sellers patiently waiting for their home to go under contract and sell? Excellent question! I am glad you asked.
The reality is that homes are bought and sold year-round. Sure, there are certain times of the year when there is more activity. One of the peak times is now – the summer selling season. I can tell you from experience that there is a lot of pent-up demand with home buyers right now. More listings are appearing in the MLS daily which means more competition between sellers. However, home buyers welcome the fresh inventory to choose from and are finally coming to the realization that mortgage rates will remain relatively steady for the foreseeable future. As a result, many are finally ready to pull the trigger on the starting gun and re-enter the market.
Just as a runner depends on a coach to improve their odds of winning a race, find yourself a skilled real estate advisor to get you across the finish line and a successful closing.
Ted Shoop is a marketing expert with eXp Realty who tirelessly works to provide the highest level of real estate service to residents throughout Freeport and Walton County.
