Keep me logged in until I sign out. The best time to sell your home is when homes are selling fast, there are few homes on the market, and the local economy is good. These are all characteristic of a seller's market and operate to move home prices upward.
Sellers can and do demand high prices for their homes and often dictate the terms of the contract.
In a seller's market, sellers often receive several competing offers and are in a position to sell quickly, perhaps in a matter of days or weeks. If you are a potential seller in a seller's market, you're well situated to sell quickly and at your price. On the other hand, if you're a potential buyer in a seller's market, you'll want to be particularly careful that you don't rush into a decision that you may later regret. The best way to avoid this situation is to do your homework to ensure that you know what you want and what you can afford.