UNWRAPPING THE HOLIDAY REAL ESTATE MARKET
Thought about selling your home during the holidays? Or just curious what happens to the real estate market during the festive period?
November and December is a cozy time filled with holiday cheer, but also an interesting period for those thinking of selling their homes. While many are busy decking the halls, there’s a group of serious buyers out there, ready to find their new home.
TIPS TO SELL YOUR HOME DURIG THE HOLIDAYS
Here’s a few tidbits of advice i’ve found helpful when selling your home during the holiday season:
1. Traveling This Holiday Season?
Great! Being away while you sell your home over the holidays means your home can be shown more easily. An empty house allows for more flexible viewing schedules, accommodating the busy calendars of potential buyers.
2. Expecting Holiday Guests?
Jjuggling showings with a full house can be a bit of a struggle. If your home feels more like Santa’s workshop with all the holiday decor and guests, it might be better to wait until the new year to list rather than sell your home in the holidays.
3. Is Your Realtor Around for the Holidays?
Make sure you know your agent’s holiday schedule. It’s vital to clarify your listing agent’s availability and ensure there’s a plan in place for managing inquiries and offers during their absence. This includes coordination with any vendors involved in preparing your home for sale. If they’re taking a break, ensure there’s someone else to keep the ball rolling with any potential offers or inquiries.
4. Ever Heard of ‘Off-Market’ or Pre-Market Listings?
This could be a holiday gift to yourself. It means less fuss with marketing and open houses, yet still getting your home out there through your agent’s connections. Finding a buyer pre-market is not for everyone. For most sellers’ situations and goals, the best strategy is to publicly list your home and expose your listing to all potential buyers. But in a market where inventory might be limited, selling your home before it officially goes ‘active’ on the MLS can have some unique advantages.
The holidays can be a busy time for our team. We have buyers who are serious about finding a home for the new year, and there are also sellers who want to sell by the end of the year for tax purposes, or to create buzz during a traditionally slower time of year.
SELL YOUR HOME AND CELEBRATE THE NEW YEAR!
To sell your home during the holidays can be both doable and successful. If you’re considering it, why not give us a shout? At no obligation, let’s discuss your personal situation and explore the best options for you. With our team of Realtors and marketing specialists, we’ll make sure your holiday home selling experience is as bright and merry as the season itself.
