According to a national survey of real estate transactions, it takes about twelve weeks for the typical buyer to find their next home.

Since the vast majority of homebuyers start their search online, the weather becomes less of a factor for sellers marketing their house to those buyers.

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The traditional home buying season starts in the spring. And for good reason.

Families with kids need to be settled in time for the new school year, and houses just plain show better with a lawn of green grass and leaves on the trees.

Sounds good, right? Well, there are some strong arguments in favor of listing your house right now, instead of waiting until spring. Here are just a few …

• Since it takes almost three months for the average buyer to find a home, houses listed right now are in a better position to market to buyers looking to close in the spring.

“Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment.” – Jim Rohn

At the turn of a new year one thing always crosses my mind, “Did I achieve everything I set out to accomplish?” There were some I was able to say yes to and others required in-depth evaluation on what needs to be done differently.

2011 was a great year! There were many valuable relationships made and lessons learned. I began the year as the CEO/Team Leader of the Keller Williams Realty-Folsom office and had the continued support of a loving wife, beautiful daughter and caring family. Starting the new year I have decided to move on with my real estate and business career by getting back to what I love…helping you, your family and friends buy, sell or invest in real estate. The past nine months as Team Leader taught me invaluable leadership skills, business operations and most importantly what I’m capable of. I plan to implement what I have learned to assist you in your real estate goals while coaching fellow real estate and business professionals push beyond their entrepreneurial spirit.

On the home front, my wife and I are expecting our 2nd baby in June. This pregnancy seems to be going by A LOT faster than the first. Is that normal? Ha ha! Our first child, Presley just turned 2 going on 10. She’s growing up so fast. Her vocabulary is better than mine, she’s a non-stop ball of energy and I couldn’t ask for a more loving personality. I am truly a lucky man.

So, I want to wrap up with two things: 1) Make sure to acknowledge your accomplishments of 2011. What did you do this year that you’re extremely proud of? 2) Acknowledge someone else for their accomplishments. I promise you’ll make their day!

I wish you and your loved one’s a very prosperous new year and if you need any assistance in regards to buying, selling or investing in real estate….please think of me!

Now, our Top Story. According to KW research, most sellers put their house on the market because of one or more of the following factors …

• A desire to move so they could upgrade or “move up” to a bigger house or a house in a better neighborhood.

• A need to relocate because of work

• A change in family status, like retirement, children going off to college or those expecting a baby.