”Nobody buys houses this time of year.”
“We’re too busy for showings.”
“Will buyers see how long it’s on the market and make lowball offers?”
“What if we get an offer and have to move right away?”
The holiday season is often hectic and stressful. It’s very tempting to take your home off the market and wait until things settle down in January.
Personally, I believe this time of year is as good if not a better time to market your home for sale for the following reasons:
- There may or not be fewer buyers but those who are buyers are serious and motivated
- Fewer homes do go on the market this time of year so there is less competition. When there are a lot of active listings, buyers can become overwhelmed and afraid to make a decision
- Some buyers have no choice but to buy a home- they may be relocating or have sold their home and need to purchase a new home for themselves
- If you do get an offer, chances are you would not be closing for at least 60 days
- Your home is probably never as “homey” as it is now
- If you really think about it, this time of year is not any busier than any other season
And the number one most obvious reason not to take your home off the market is….. if it ain’t for sale you ain’t gonna sell it!
