With temperatures hitting 100 degrees here in L.A. and 102 degrees in Los Olivos, it may not seem like we’re heading for fall but we are! And before you know it, we’ll be placing pumpkins outside doorsteps, then stringing holiday lights and toasting to the New Year.
Wait … wait … not so fast!
If you’re a potential home seller, it’s not too late to list your home. Around this time, when we hit the ‘ber months of September, October, November, there’s a common misconception that if you want to list your house, you have to wait until January.
I’m here to say that’s simply not true!
While the world is gearing up for holiday mode, you can certainly be prepping your house for a sale and in fact, this is one of the best times to put your home on the market. There’s plenty of marketing time left in September, October, even in November and into December when buyers are out and have one thing on their mind: the cosiness of home.
In case you’re not quite convinced yet, here are a few more reasons why the ‘ber months are for home buying:
Less Competition
If everyone has the “let’s wait until January” mentality, your property has a huge opportunity to shine with less competition and fewer available listings on the market.
Serious Buyers
Prospective buyers in the market during this time of year are usually serious buyers who need to move soon. This gives you the distinct advantage during negotiations and could help ensure a fast, smooth sale.
Mild Weather
We’ve been experiencing some strange September rainfall but typically, the weather this time of year is really mild and perfect for buyers to check out your outdoor spaces and what it might be like to relax out there or entertain guests in the beautiful yard.
Decorations that Delight
Fewer hours of daylight means buyers have the chance to see your home twinkling in holiday lights and shining with sparkly holiday decorations.
Home for the Holidays
Buyers who close soon could move into their new house in time for the holiday season. What could be more fun than spending the holidays in a fantastic, new home?
If you’d like to talk about listing your home during these advantageous ‘ber months, let’s chat! I’d love to talk more about my successful pricing strategies and the current trends that could help you sell in our local market!
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Andrew Manning • REALTOR® • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties • DRE: 00941825 • 818-380-2147 • andrew@andrewmanning.com