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This is the best time to list your home for sale

Real estate works similarly to other markets.
By Mike Timmermann
March 12, 2018

If you want to sell your home faster and for the most money, you have to know exactly when to list it!

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When to list your home to make the most money

Nationwide, homes listed between May 1 and May 15 sell around nine days faster and for nearly 1 percent more than the average listing, according to Zillow. (Your real estate agent may have different advice based on local market trends.)

Sellers who list in early May could see a boost of 1.5 to 2.5 percent in final sales prices in highly competitive areas like Seattle and Denver. Inventory is so low in those cities that buyers may be forced to consider several homes and make multiple offers.

To find out some other key factors, read the full article at Clark.com.

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