Tight supply and near-asking sales still give sellers leverage, but only when the plan is well grounded.
If you want to know whether you still have leverage as a seller, the answer is yes, but leverage is not the same as license to overreach. In Clinton Township, MI, the recent market still supports sellers who know how to use their position wisely.
Recent numbers in Clinton Township, MI showed 1.15 months of supply and offers landing at 99.5% of asking. A typical sale closed at $295,000 and took 25 days over the previous 30 days, which points to a market where serious buyers are still acting.
That is real leverage, but I would use it carefully. Strong seller conditions help with pricing posture and negotiation tone, yet the homes that benefit most are usually the ones that respect recent sold evidence and present well from day one. If you are selling to simplify your life or free up equity for a smaller next step, I would want that leverage translated into a clear plan, not a risky experiment.
Lead with a price the market can defend. Prepare the home so buyers feel the value immediately. Decide where you will stand firm before offers come in. Use your leverage with discipline, not with guesswork.
