Historically, our spring is heralded by the arrival of buyers, starting to look for their new home so they can be settled in before school starts again or if a vacation home buyer, be able to enjoy the summer season.  This spring is different.  Why?  Due to the mild winter, buyers have already been out buying for months.  And the homes that are selling are the ones that have a compelling price to attract buyers.   Smart investors are snapping up the bargains.  Overpriced inventory doesn’t stand a chance.   Indicators are that home sales will increase in 2012.  This does not mean that home prices will increase as well.  Supply still exceeds demand.   The Home Price Expectation Survey asked 104 leading industry experts where they thought prices would be at the end of 2012. These experts believe prices will depreciate by about 1%.  Bottom line, if you are a buyer or a seller, it won’t pay to wait.  If you are looking for an expert to guide you thru the buying or selling process, then give me a call!  603-526-4116; donna@donnaforest.com; www.donnaforest.com