I would set expectations around price and timing before making any launch decisions.
If you are wondering whether you can come out strong on price without hurting your sale, my answer is yes, but only with discipline. In Pomona, CA, the typical asking price last month was $689,000 while the typical sold price was $675,000, so pricing still needs to respect where closings are actually landing.
Last month, supply in Pomona, CA stood at 2.75 months, and recent offers came in at 101.2% of asking. I read that as a market that can reward well-positioned listings. At the same time, a typical sale took 21 days, so buyers are moving, but they are not giving every listing a free pass.
If you are planning to sell and move into something larger or simply change homes, I would not chase the top of the asking-price range just because recent demand looks healthy. The spread between the typical asking price of $689,000 and the typical sold price of $675,000 tells me buyers still sort quickly between strong value and wishful pricing.
Start with condition first. Price from recent closed reality, not just active competition. I would also prepare for the first two to three weeks to matter most since the typical sale timeline was 21 days over the previous month. For a secondary move in Pomona, CA, I would line up your next-step housing plan before the sign goes in the yard.
