My front desk typically takes about 140 showing requests per week... In the last two weeks, they've been averaging 275 weekly requests---- practially double a "normal" week. Looks like spring market is finally here, after what feels like a four-year hiatus.
Lately, I've been basically living in my car and office, eating most meals from the microwave, and arriving at my office by 6am just to get caught up. HOORAY! While I miss my family (and I'm pretty sure my kids have forgotten what I look like), I can't tell you how great it feels to be busy.... Really busy.
In spite of what the media continues to report about the slumping housing market, I can speak from experience when I say that things are turning... and turning quickly. Buyers who have been putting off a purchase for the last few years (waiting for the bottom of the market) are starting to realize that things may not go much lower (and if they do, the projected interest-rate hike will probably off-set additional savings). Sellers who have been holding off on selling for the past few years (waiting for the turn-around) are starting to realize that they aren't necessarily going to be able to gain enough equity (via appreciation) in the next few years to warrant waiting any longer.
Let's face it. Most people buy and sell homes because they need to---- they get married, they get divorced, they get new jobs, they lose jobs, they have kids... Those things often necessitate a move that can only be delayed for so long, and I think the pent-up need for people to obtain new space is finally letting loose.
So, don't miss this boat---- if you have a house to sell, take advantage of all the buyers out there right now and get it moved... If you're a buyer, take advantage of the inventory and interest rates. In short, call me and let's get moving!
