A short sale timeline changes the way I advise clients.
If your decision depends on how long you have to react, Covina, CA was still moving fast last month. A typical sale took 12 days last month. That is enough speed to reward preparation and punish delay.
In a market like this, timing matters almost as much as price. Sellers need their first impression to be strong, and buyers need to be ready before the home becomes competitive.
I would not stretch the process. In Covina, CA, the homes that close quickly usually do so because the number is clean and the terms are ready.
Make your first move count. Narrow the field early. Then act before hesitation turns into a missed opening.
