Real Estate is a seasonal business, and many agents take the downtime to spend time with family, take vacations or just relax.  There are fewer buyers and those who want to sell their home, but don't have a time frame, will wait until after the holidays to put their home on the market.  So, relax.

Not exactly.  Now is the time to kick it up.  While other agents are resting it is a great time to build relationships that will lead to new clients next year (or sooner).  Contact expired listings who are waiting for the New Year to put their homes on the market.  Offer your services to preview their homes and recommend improvements to get their home show perfect.  Update your sphere of influence on current market conditions and expectations for next year.  Remind them that referrals are the key to your success. Contact potential buyers and remind them that interest rates are great and there are lots of wonderful homes to choose from. 

You see while others believe that the doom and gloom we hear in the media has brought our business to a halt, we know that it isn't true and there are opportunities for those who seek them.  So, KICK IT UP!