Selling a home during the holiday season can feel stressful, but it can also work well. Fewer homes are on the market in December, and the buyers who are out looking are usually ready to act.
Why some sellers list over the holidays:
- Less competition. Fewer sellers list in December, so a good home stands out more.
- Motivated buyers. Buyers shopping during the holidays often have a deadline, like a job transfer or a lease that is ending.
- A head start. Listing before the new year can mean a sale before the spring rush begins.
Tips for selling during the holidays:
- Keep decorations simple. A few tasteful touches can make a home feel warm, but too many can make rooms look cluttered in photos and video.
- Take photos before you decorate. That way, the listing still looks fresh after the holidays end.
- Be flexible with showings. Set clear times that work around family plans, and keep the home tidy between visits.
- Plan the closing date. Many buyers and sellers prefer to avoid closing between Christmas and New Year's, when offices may be closed. Talk with your realtor about a date that works for everyone.
- Keep walkways clear. Snow and ice should be cleared before every showing.
Spencer Kaleb Yankowski of Spencer Kaleb Group helps Barrie sellers plan around the holidays, from the timing of the photos and video tour to a closing date that fits the family calendar.
To talk about selling your Barrie home this holiday season, contact Spencer Kaleb Group at 705-999-4550 or [email protected].
