The holiday season is often considered the worst time to put a home on the market, and theoretically, the spring and summer are the best seasons where demand is the highest. Below are 6 main reasons why the holiday season may be the perfect time to sell.
Less buyer competition
Many potential buyers put their home search on hold during the holiday season, which means you will have fewer open houses, meaning less interruption to your holiday season. There are fewer homes being actively marketed and competition is less fierce, so your home will stand out.
Serious holiday buyers
Buyers making offers are more serious. If they are shopping during the holiday season, then they need a house. If they are braving the snow and rain to view homes, then they are serious. They may be relocating to a new area and want to get settled in. They may be ending their leasing options and may want to purchase.
Warm & cozy home appeal
During the holiday season homes are warmly decorated, and yours may be no exception, if it is tastefully decorated. Potential buyers may walk through your home imagining themselves celebrating and gathering in your festive home. Emotions run high during the festive season and this emotional connection can be a powerful advantage.
A fresh start to the New Year
There are individuals who make a resolution to get into a new home for the upcoming year. Your home could be just what they are looking for.
Financial advantages
Prospective buyers may have a financial reason to buy a home at the end of the year. There could be potential tax advantages and for others buying a home could be the result of careful financial planning. Lenders may also be more motivated to close deals to meet year-end targets.
Better negotiation
With less competition and homes being actively marketed, sellers may be more willing to negotiate on price, closing costs or contingencies to finalize the sale quickly.
Better deals on moving
During the holiday season, moving companies and service providers have lower demand, allowing you to get a better deal. The availability times are also better, unlike the spring and summer where there are long wait times and prices are much higher.
We’re not in the real-estate business – we’re in the experience business. Allow us to help change the quality and direction of your life. Contact us is you have any real estate related inquiries.
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Why The Holiday Season May Be A Good Time To Buy A Home
The holiday season is often considered the worst time to put a home on the market, and theoretically, the spring and summer are the best seasons where demand is the highest. Below are 6 main reasons why the holiday season may be the perfect time to sell.
Less buyer competition
Many potential buyers put their home search on hold during the holiday season, which means you will have fewer open houses, meaning less interruption to your holiday season. There are fewer homes being actively marketed and competition is less fierce, so your home will stand out.
Serious holiday buyers
Buyers making offers are more serious. If they are shopping during the holiday season, then they need a house. If they are braving the snow and rain to view homes, then they are serious. They may be relocating to a new area and want to get settled in. They may be ending their leasing options and may want to purchase.
Warm & cozy home appeal
During the holiday season homes are warmly decorated, and yours may be no exception, if it is tastefully decorated. Potential buyers may walk through your home imagining themselves celebrating and gathering in your festive home. Emotions run high during the festive season and this emotional connection can be a powerful advantage.
A fresh start to the New Year
There are individuals who make a resolution to get into a new home for the upcoming year. Your home could be just what they are looking for.
Financial advantages
Prospective buyers may have a financial reason to buy a home at the end of the year. There could be potential tax advantages and for others buying a home could be the result of careful financial planning. Lenders may also be more motivated to close deals to meet year-end targets.
Better negotiation
With less competition and homes being actively marketed, sellers may be more willing to negotiate on price, closing costs or contingencies to finalize the sale quickly.
Better deals on moving
During the holiday season, moving companies and service providers have lower demand, allowing you to get a better deal. The availability times are also better, unlike the spring and summer where there are long wait times and prices are much higher.
We’re not in the real-estate business – we’re in the experience business. Allow us to help change the quality and direction of your life. Contact us is you have any real estate related inquiries.
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