House on Market During Holiday Season – Is it a good idea???

Answer is –  A BIG YES!!!

The advantages of putting your house on the market during this time of year can often times outweigh the disadvantages. During the holidays, sellers will not see as much traffic from people who are “just looking”. Buyers tend to be serious, and they have more time to shop together, which is an advantage over other times of the year. Sellers may get dismayed easily, as a result of the lower traffic, however, they should keep in mind it’s the quality of buyers versus the quantity. In addition, while families with children often prefer to wait until summer to move in order to avoid relocating during the school year, the break between semesters is a convenient time for moving as well. For both buyers and sellers, an advantage to holiday real estate transactions is that real estate agents, as well as lenders, home inspectors, appraisers, and title companies, have more time to spend with clients than at busier times of the year.

Homes that are decorated for the holidays can move buyers to look past any flaws in the home and imagine themselves living in the house. An important tip for sellers is to be tasteful in holiday decorations, as there is the potential for alienating buyers with overwhelming accessories.
The most important thing to remember when you are contemplating whether or not to sell your home is your motivation. If you need to move, regardless of the time of year, it’s always a good time to put your home on the market!