We've all been taught to Look Before We Leap, but sometimes, He Who Hesitates Is Lost!
It is becoming commonplace to find multiple offers have been submitted on properties. Often, the status of the property is not updated to Under Agreement immediately.
This can be very dissapointing for a buyer that have bonded with a property, and would like to call it home. 
My advice to buyers is to view any property you're interested in as soon as possible, and narrow down your choices quickly. With many condos and single family homes being so reasonably priced, and tax incentives so enticing, competition is getting fierce.
Remember, there is no one perfect home. If one is lost, move on to the next, and maybe that will be more suitable than the first. Stay in the game and don't get frustrated.
Be sure to work with a Realtor who is experienced working with Buyers. Your Realtor can help you investigate the the best area for you, bearing in mind proximity to highways, public transportation and school systems.
This is good news for sellers contemplating putting their homes on the market. Don't be left behind, the time is now to make a move. 
If you're interested in ways to Lighten to your home for spring, read my article Spring Spruce Up
If you want ideas to narrow down your home search. Read my article Finding The Right Home
Randi Steckler is an Accredited Buyers Representative. She is a Realtor with RE/MAX Executive Realty.
You can reach Randi direct at 508-944-0090, or by E-Mail at randi@randisteckler.com
Randi has the experience working with both Buyers and Sellers that is needed to achieve success. See Randi's blog For valuable information regarding real estate in the MetroWest area.
Want to see all available homes? See Randi's website.
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Inventory is very low in some price points. The homes that come on in these attractive ranges are starting to go very quickly in the desirable towns.