The Roselli Team - Your Real Estate Experts

  Everyone knows that spring is typically the best season to sell a home. But, there’s a mistake I see sellers make every year based on that information. When most people think of spring, their mind skips to late in the season—or even early summer—when the weather is perfect, flowers are blooming, and buyers are out in full force.  By the time they list, they’re actually late to the game. They end up competing against a flood of other sellers and losing the leverage they could have had. The data actually says that you want to sell fast and for top dollar, listing right before the competition spikes is your best bet. And according to Realtor.com, the Best Week to Sell in 2025 is April 13-19.  Here’s the data to back it up: 1. Less Competition Means More Buyer Attention Think of the housing market like a popular restaurant. If you show up right when it opens, you get seated immediately, and the staff is focused on you. But if you wait until peak dinner hours, you’re stuck ...

Thinking about buying a home this year?  You’ve probably heard all kinds of advice: “ Wait for rates to drop.” “Home prices are too high.” “Now’s the best time to buy!” Truth is, no one has a crystal ball. But if you’re trying to decide whether now is the right time to buy, there’s one thing you need to ask yourself… How long do you plan to stay? Because when it comes to real estate, time is your biggest asset. Let’s break it down. The Longer You Stay, The More You Gain If you’re only planning to live in a home for a year or two, buying probably isn’t the smartest move. Closing costs, property taxes, and maintenance add up fast, and you likely won’t see enough appreciation to make up for those costs. And that’s not factoring in taxes on capital gains if you make a move in less than two years. But what if you stay longer? According to Redfin , the typical U.S. homeowner stays in their home for 11.8 years. If you’re planning to stay that long, history shows you’re likely to benefit f...