The CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Northwest Real Estate Mike Gain wrote an office wide e-mail including some great reasons for Sellers to sell now, and many of them are also great reasons for Buyers to be buying now. I'll be posting these great insights over the month of December to serve as an inspiration for anyone considering making a move to do it now!
Many sellers feel that spring is the best time to place their home on the market as buyer demand increases at that time of year. However, the fall and winter have their own advantages. Traditional school of thought dictates that selling a home during the holidays is a bad idea. People are busy celebrating with their families and will hardly go shopping for a home, right? Not so! There are numerous advantages to listing a home during this season and below are just a few reasons to put a home on the market now.
Tip 1: Decked Halls Look Great
Homes are very appealing to prospective buyers when they are decorated for the holidays. With all the festive décor, lights, greenery and added beauty of the season, homes show very well during this time of the year.