Why The Holidays May Be The Best Time To Sell Your Home

There are many reasons that you might consider selling your home during the holiday season. There’s one thing that holds true about both buying and selling during the holiday season- people are motivated. With the stress of the holidays, many people shy away from real estate. The serious buyers and sellers are in the thick of the market this time of year. 

Sell Faster

Many people assume that the spring and summer are the best times of year to buy and sell a home. As a seller, your home may go off the market faster during the holiday season. While many people are planning on making a home purchase during the warmer months, there are plenty of serious buyers out there in the cold. There are a few reasons for this. If your home is for sale during the holiday season, you may be in a great position to sell your home at a good price.

Less Competition

As a seller, you’re in a good position during the winter months because there is less inventory for buyers to look at. If buyers are motivated, your home has a better chance of standing out. You’re not in competition with many other sellers to entice buyers. 

Buyers Are Motivated

The buyers who are out looking for homes over the holiday season are those who have a need. Whether these buyers have been looking for awhile and want a new home in the new year, or are facing a job change, they want to close on a house ASAP. The best thing you can do as a seller is to stay flexible so that buyers have easy access to home showings. 

Your Home Is Already Clean

If you’re selling your home over the holidays, it’s probably already clean. As you expect family and friends to pop in and out of your home, it will be tidy. The other guests who are touring your home to potentially buy it will also see that your home looks fantastic. A neat home is an additional way to attract buyers because they can more easily see themselves living in the house. Holiday decor will only enhance your home’s appearance.    

It’s Easier To Work With Agents

Since the holiday season is a less busy time in real estate, REALTORS® have more time to devote to each sale they do have this time of year. Working with an agent is the best way to get a good return on your home. An agent can help you to price your home appropriately and market it to the right buyers. It’s always best to go with a professional when it comes to selling your home.