I would treat timing as part of the strategy.
In Saint Johns, MI, timing still matters because homes are not sitting long enough to be casual about it. Last month, a typical sale took 33 days, so I would build your offer and your follow-up plan before you reach the point of pressure.
When a market moves at that pace, buyers do better when they are organized before the right home appears. That 33-day pace last month leaves less room for delay than many people expect.
For sellers, that same pace means the first serious days after launch still matter most. I would pay attention to how much activity you get early instead of waiting for later attention to rescue weak pricing.
Get your financing lined up.
Review homes with a clear price ceiling.
Watch the first week closely if you are listing.
