Metro Denver/Boulder – April 2023

For many of our nearby communities, March brought a welcome burst of activity. The uptick of transactions was actually better than what we had anticipated, as the Spring Frenzy of 2023 was somewhat uncertain. Bank failures, inflation, high-interest rates, and low inventory didn’t deter many buyers and sellers.

Strategy over speed…they know this is an excellent season to make a move

•             Interest rates have been dropping as the Federal Reserve has made significant adjustments to address bank failures.

•             Buyers have come to terms with the rate remaining over 6%. Their budgets have been adjusted, plans with lenders and agents re-strategized, and negotiating power increased compared to 2020-2022.

•             Inventory remains low as many homeowners are enjoying their low-rate mortgages. So people are moving for typical reasons again (growing families, relocating, retirement).

•             Sellers with well-prepared, well-priced homes are moving quickly and are more likely to get multiple bids. The average Days on the Market and over-asking offers are tamer than 2020-2022 but within the standard market range, we experienced from 2013-2019.

•             Home Values are optimistic for the year as the spring keeps sales prices steady (and some communities have slight increases). That’s excellent news for homeowners, especially those who purchased at the height of the market a year ago and are eager for us to recover.

Will the Spring Frenzy keep its momentum? With volatile interest rates and our economy’s instability, watch the market’s weekly trends rather than monthly. But what buyers and sellers can count on right now:

Homebuyers, the more rates drop, the greater your competition (not to mention rate-reducing products, like 3/2/1 Buydowns, will also go away). I’ll help you prepare for multiple bids on turn-key homes since, like you; most buyers have less expendable cash for renovations. We will put together an effective plan and search strategy so you can act fast (but not hastily) when you find the right home.

Sellers, this month may be the ideal time to list for the largest return on your property. How much will your home sell for? I’ll provide you a local market analysis. Skip online calculations. In such a fluctuating market, pricing is most effective by evaluating what homes in your neighborhood are currently going for. With decluttering, touch-ups, staging, and excellent marketing, I’ll empower your property to be picture-perfect and show-ready.