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No one in their right mind will buy/sell homes in the middle of winter

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Godzyk Real Estate Services NH License 033394

I had a Home Seller tell me that they were told that "No one in their right mind will buy or sell a home in the middle of winter." You see their home had been for sale for 3 months, did not sell and recently expired with their old agent. The statement was made by their old agent and could not be farther from the truth here in the Manchester NH area.

 


Buyers do buy and Sellers do sell in the middle of winter. The question of whether it is a good time, depends if you are ready to buy or sell. Those ready to sell can be rewarded with a quick sale, little competition and quick offers. Those ready to buy, face fewer offers on the same property they want to buy. Ultra low interest rates and a nice selection of homes to see.

 

SELLERS simply need to make sure their property is ready to show in winter. That means your driveway and walks should be shoveled and Ice Melt used to get down to pavement or cement. Shovel your deck and back doors too.

 

BUYERS simply need to be ready to see property in winter. Wear warm clothes such as a North Face coat, winter boots and bring slippers to wear when you get to the house.

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Please know there is a difference from agent to agent.  That a Buyer or Seller should not choose just any agent, choose the BEST agent for the job. The key to this story is feelings to matter in real estate and need to be kept in mind in ones actions.

 

My philosophy is simple, provide more personal and professional service to guide my clients through each step of the buying or selling process. All Agents are not created equal and every buyer or seller should take the time to hire the BEST not just the biggest. Those that hire me, find a dedication like no other..

 

 

To CONTACT Scott Godzyk please call 603.661.2121 or EMAIL: Sctprop@aol.com .

 

About the Author: Scott Godzyk is the Owner/Broker of the Godzyk Real Estate Services in Manchester NH. Proud to be locally owned and operated with 32 years of experience, Scott is a leading Agent for Listing and Selling Homes in this area.We are Full Time Agents ready to serve all of your Real Estate needs. Servicing Hillsborough, Rockingham, Merrimack and Belknap counties. 

 

    

 

 

We stand by you through every step in selling your home
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Comments(17)

Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Scott. Sellers sell when they have to sell and buyers buy when they need to buy! Weather is not an issue when these needs arise. Enjoy your day! 

Jan 09, 2018 05:14 AM
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

Wellll....you can count us among the "out of their minds"...less inventory ...and POOF...sold !

Jan 09, 2018 05:35 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

Exactly Wayne Martin and the message i want to get out there

Jan 09, 2018 05:40 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

That is the message i want sellers to get Sally K. & David L. Hanson 

Jan 09, 2018 05:40 AM
Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400
The Top Team @ Charles Rutenberg Realty 255 Executive Dr, Plainview NY 11803 - Plainview, NY
Long Island Condo and Home Specialists

We hear it all the time that sellers want to wait for the "busy" season. Buyers want to purchase a home all year, but they need to first make a smart choice in who they hire to work with.

Jan 09, 2018 05:42 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

THE BEST POINT is just that Lawrence "Larry" & Sheila Agranoff. Cell: 631-805-4400 , choosing the best agent as so many skip that part and could make it so much easier if they started with a good agent instead of just any agent

Jan 09, 2018 05:54 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

I actually bought my current home late on a Christmas Eve in 1982.  Real estate buying and selling is a year round activity.

Jan 09, 2018 05:56 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

That is a great time to buy and show one is motivated Myrl Jeffcoat . So many people think home sales just shut down in winter and start up when teh snow melts, they are surprised when i tell them how busy it is in winter

Jan 09, 2018 06:00 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

I'd like to know who said that, Scott! People buy and sell homes all the time. And one thing I tell sellers is that when the weather is crummy, you know the people who come to see your home are motivated.

Jan 09, 2018 06:38 AM
Scott Godzyk
Godzyk Real Estate Services - Manchester, NH
One of the Manchester NH's area Leading Agents

I would love to post a nice big picture but that is not proper i am told. I love selling in the winter, you know the buyers are serious, there is no tire kickers and sellers who choose to list now are rewarded with a quick sale Nina Hollander 

Jan 09, 2018 06:47 AM
Roy Kelley
Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

This is very good reading for home sellers and home buyers.

Jan 09, 2018 06:57 AM
Susan Haughton
Long and Foster REALTORS (703) 470-4545 - Alexandria, VA
Susan & Mindy Team...Honesty. Integrity. Results.

One thing you can be sure of - buyers who are braving cold, ice and snow are serious buyers!

Jan 09, 2018 07:01 AM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Scott. What a load of cr_p the other agent sold these folks. You nailed it.

Jan 09, 2018 07:55 AM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

There are a lot of people buying and selling at this time of the year

Jan 09, 2018 07:57 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

HI Scott Godzyk - You define the winter selling season perfectly for your area of the country.  Great advice.

Jan 09, 2018 08:01 AM
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

You always provide good information about real estate. Thank you for sharing 

Jan 09, 2018 11:39 AM
Golden1 Agents
San Mateo, CA

Thanks for sharing.

Jan 14, 2018 03:41 AM