Why Summer Is Prime Time for Massachusetts Sellers (But That May Change Fast)

If you're thinking of selling your home this year, here's a quick market truth that may surprise you:

"Low inventory" doesn’t mean what it used to.

Yes, the number of active listings across Massachusetts is still tight—but that doesn't mean buyers are competing like it’s 2021. We're seeing more listings sit, more price drops, and more savvy buyers watching for overpricing.

In other words: your window to sell while the market still favors you is open… but not for long.

Here’s why summer may be your best shot:

• Less competition right now — Many sellers are waiting for fall, assuming it will bring a surge. That might be true… but that also means more homes to compete with come September.

• Motivated buyers are active — People relocating before school starts, investors adjusting portfolios, and buyers who want to close before weather and rates shift are moving now.

• Foreclosures are ticking up quietly — While we’re nowhere near a crisis, the early signs are here. If that trend grows, it could erode pricing power in certain towns later this year.

Timing matters. Fall could bring more inventory and more uncertainty. Right now, you're still in control.

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