The holidays have crept up on us since Thanksgiving knocked off one extra shopping week...
Christmas is in 25 days, Hanukkah starts in 7 days, New Years Day is in 31 days. Believe it or not, the spring real estate market starts on January 2nd.. The holidays are "officially" over and sellers are in the right frame of mind to put the FOR SALE sign on their front lawn...
You're probably cleaning and organzing your home for the holidays? This is the initial step to preparing your home for family, friends and the "selling " process...
This is a great time of year to contact a local realtor who is the area expert who you LIKE AND TRUST. Realtors can guide you on what you need to do with a "prelisting" and "listing" package. Whether it's painting a few rooms or getting quotes on home repairs, this is a great time to get started for the initial step in selling your home. ..Contractors who have had jobs outdoors are looking for work this time of year. This will ease your stress and give you more time to enjoy the season...
Three great reasons to listing your home in January.
1) There are fewer homes on the market- you'll have less competition and a greater chance of getting an offer.
2) Serious buyers will brave the cold and weather the "storms" to find their dream homes.. (Window shoppers will stay home by a cozy fire.)
3) January is the biggest month for corporate employee transfers. Buyers are being transferred and don't have a minute to spare in relocating..
If the above makes sense or sounds familiar, let's talk. I have both prelisting an listing packages that will streamline the selling process. I work with sellers, buyers and clients relocating to the Greater Boston and Metrwest areas. It would be a pleasure to assist you with all your home needs...
Wishing a Happy Holiday Season and a Happy New Year 2016!!
Beth Shuman, SRES, Realtor
bethshumanhomes.com
(508) 397-0001
