Should the House Stay on the Market During the Holidays?

Well, it's done. The Christmas tree is up, the decorations are scattered throughout the house. The stockings are hung by the front door with care (no chimney- it really doesn't get that cold here).  I wanted to get everything up the weekend of Thanksgiving, like we did last year, but it just didn't happen. That gave us about 5 weeks to enjoy the tree, without feeling like it was up and then right back down again. Oh well. Anyway, we're all set.

During the holiday season, what is a seller to do?  The house is on the market. Should they go all out and deck the halls, or should they keep it to a minimum to avoid the clutter?  This is a question that comes up often at this time of year.  Some even ask if they should keep their home on the market during the holidays.  It's true, showings typically drop off on houses during Christmas. People are busy preparing for the season, heading out of town and spending money. Often the focus is not on buying that new home. 

But, I will say, that the buyers that are out, are usually serious ones.  If they're looking in December, they typically mean business.  Also, often times December is the time to snatch up that great deal.  Some sellers are hoping to get that house sold before the end of the year.

While your house is on the market, keep the decorations to a minimum and be sure that they are tasteful. A buyer is coming to look at the house, not at your beautiful Christmas items.  Don't make the house show smaller due to decorations in every nook and cranny and don't forget to have a happy holiday season.

 

Sandy Shores REALTOR®, Melbourne/Palm Bay FL Real Estate

Brevard County, Florida's Space Coast Real Estate & Investing

I specialize in Residential, Investment & Relocations. I can help with Short Sales and Foreclosures.

I buy, sell, rent, own and manage Investment Property.