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Is Winter a Good Time to Sell Your Home?

Spring gets all the attention, but it’s not necessarily the best time to sell your home. More buyers show up, but so do a lot of other sellers.

Winter is different. With fewer homes on the market, your house has a much better chance of standing out. And that advantage may make a big difference.

History shows the number of homes for sale tends to drop during the winter months. Although inventory is higher now than it’s been in the last few years, there are still not as many homes for sale as there’d be in a normal market. That gives you an opportunity. If you list now, you’ll sell your home before the number of homes for sale climbs this spring.

Another big perk is the buyers looking right now usually need to move. You will have fewer looky-loos, and more motivated buyers! Their timelines are real and missing them would create a hassle for the buyer, so they’re eager to get the deal done. And that’s exactly the kind of buyer you want to work with. If you price and prepare your home correctly, your home will catch the right buyer’s eye.

If you are thinking of selling your home, this season may give you the advantage you need. Call me today to discuss your real estate goals, and how I can help you achieve them!

Laura Harbison, ABR, AHWD, BPOR, BS, CDPE, CRS, DRB, GRI, PSA, RSPS, SRES
Broker/Owner REALTY EXECUTIVES SOUTHERN NEVADA PROPERTIES
License NumbersB.0026537LLCPM.0164922.BKR