Answers by Tavarus McCrary

Great question and you are definitely not alone in thinking about this right now. The short answer is no, it is not likely to crash home values overnight. What we are seeing is more homes starting to hit the market, which can increase competition a bit compared to the last couple of years. Here in the Huntsville and North Alabama area, the market is shifting more toward balanced, not declining. Homes that are priced right and marketed well are still selling strong. If anything, waiting too long could mean more competition later in the spring, so timing and strategy matter more than trying to perfectly time the market. Every situation is a little different, but I would be happy to walk through your specific home and help you map out the best plan.