Why Sell Now, During the Holidays?

Every year it is the same story around the holidays in the real estate market. Sellers become increasingly nervous that as the holidays approach, the less and less activity their property is going to receive and they talk themselves out of thinking a contract is "right around the corner." Also, if you don't have your house on the market yet, but have been considering putting it up for sale, often times if it is the holiday season sellers wait until the new year to get it on the market. As Realtors we know that there are advantages to having your house on the market at this time and we would like to share some of those reasons with you in hopes that it will instill confidence in your listing!

Reasons why sellers should still list their home during the Holidays:

* January is traditionally the month for employees to begin new jobs. Since transferees cannot wait until spring to buy, you need to be on the market during the Holidays to capture that market!

* Some people must buy before the end of the year for tax reasons!

* Buyers have more time to look for a home during the holidays than they do during a working week!

* Buyers are more emotional during the Holidays, so they are more likely to pay your price!

* Houses show better when decorated for the Holidays!