Sell Now or Wait for Spring Market?

“With borrowing costs now firmly on the decline, buyers have started to show up in numbers after somewhat of a hiatus – and this renewed strength is now clearly visible in the more recent monthly data."Andrew Lis, GVR director of economics and data analytics. Which brings us to the question, “should I sell in January or wait for the Spring market?” The answer might surprise you! Winter buyers are typically driven by necessity rather than seasonality. They often face job relocations, lease expirations, or family changes, making them more focused on purchasing sooner than later. With fewer listings in winter, properties stand out, and can receive more online views and the inquiries tend to be serious. This scarcity can lead to faster sales, better prices, and less stress compared to the competitive spring market when your home is competing with all the other homes. Winter is ideal for highlighting energy efficiency, insulation quality, and heating systems. Warm staging touches, like throws, fire places turned on, cozy reading nooks, and soft lighting, can enhance a home’s comfort appeal during the winter. Selling in winter positions you as a strong Spring buyer, often with cash in hand compared to other buyers who may need financing. Winter offers a unique opportunity for a successful sale. Are you opposed to selling in the Winter? Call me directly and allow me to create a custom strategy to sell your home, including the cozy staging!