What is the best time to sell a house in Lawrence? We're not sure whether to take it off the market.

Milly
Home Seller
Lawrence, KS

We are trying to sell our home in Lawrence, KS. It was under contract but, unfortunately, the contract fell through. We don't have to sell it right now because we can commute but we would certainly prefer to move. We were told that the best time to sell is in the summer--particularly because we are very close to an elementary school. Is this advice accurate? Will we be missing out if we take it off the market, save some money for a few months, and put it back on the market in the late fall?

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First to answer: Rob Lang
Rob Lang
Agent
66049
FIRST ANSWER

Hi Milly,

The quick answer is that you can't sell a house if it is not on the market.

The longer answer is that now is an excellent time to sell a house because now is an excellent time to buy a house. No this is not double talk. You may have to sell your house for a little less but you will be able to buy a new house for a little less.

Interest rates are very low, first time home buyer incentives will help sell your home if it falls in the first time home buyer price range.

Please visit http://www.MLSPlease.com to see just some of my "30 Days to SOLD" Marketing Plan. I'll tell you more if you text, email, or call me. I don't want to give away all my secrets to my competition.

Thanks and "Don't keep me a secret--I'm never too busy for your referrals!"
Rob (FREE Home Warranty with every home you buy or sell through me!!)
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Thu Jun 25 2009, 14:26

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