A survey found 74% said now was a good time to sell, while 83% expected asking price or more in Early-Spring.
Most potential sellers expected a quick deal. About 75% anticipated selling within 4 mo, including 27% expecting a sale within 1 to 2 mo.
The typical home spent 57 days on market, reinforcing seller confidence that listings could still move relatively quickly during the current selling season.
Profit motivated 41% of potential sellers, up from 36% in 2025. Another 41% wanted a different neighborhood or community, while 39% needed more space.
Most planned to stay local after selling. Eight in 10 expected to remain in their current state, and >half planned moves within the same county.
An expert said sellers entered Early-Spring realistic but prepared, recognizing buyers had regained some footing while still believing their homes held value.
The survey highlighted April 12-18 as the best week to sell, saying most potential sellers had researched values, weighed improvements
Sellers See Profitable Spring Opportunity
