Why Waiting Isn’t Always the Winning Move — Why List Right Now
Hey, it’s Nathan & Charlotte here at Magnolia Group Realty. If you’ve been thinking about selling your home in the Waterloo Region (or anywhere in Ontario), you might wonder: “Is it really the right time?” Short answer: yes — if you go in prepared.
Here’s what the stats say, and why you can confidently make your move now.
Long-term price growth is real.
Over the past decade, Canadian benchmark home prices have grown significantly faster than population growth. For example, from 2014 to 2024 Ontario’s benchmark price rose over 100 %. That means sellers have been riding a long-term trend of equity gain.Supply/demand and market timing matter.
Even though we’ve seen some softness lately, housing remains a scarce asset in many markets. With low variances in supply, homeowners who market smartly still capture strong interest.You maintain control when you list now.
By choosing your own timing (instead of waiting for the “perfect” moment), you’ll maximise leverage. If you delay, market conditions or interest rates might shift — and you lose the initiative.What to focus on when you list: pricing, preparation, presentation.
• Price properly from Day 1 to attract serious buyers.
• Stage and photograph your home so it shines online (because that’s where buyers are starting).
• Work with a REALTOR® (hi, that’s us 😉) who knows how to actively market (MLS®, social, video) and negotiate.
So yes — the “perfect” moment might never show up. But if you list intelligently now, you’ll give yourself a strong shot. Want to talk strategy, timing, or your home’s value? Charlotte and I are just a call away. Let’s get it done together.
Reach out for a complimentary seller’s consultation — we’ll walk you through your local market, timing, and prep-plan.