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Always asked by many of my clients and future clients and potential clients.

The trade off of showing during the holidays vs living normally.

The hassle of keeping your house “specially clean” during a busy time.

Well, unlike my guild, the NAR, I don’t always tell you “NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY!”.  Or sell.

It may be.  It may not be.

You need to be REALLY and seriously motivated to sell and move today.   You need to have a plan.  You need to know your numbers.

But . . . . and this is my caveat . . .  IF you know you are going to sell/move in Perrysburg in the next 4 to 6 months . . . you should list now.

Some reasons:

13 Reasons to List During the Holidays in November and December

1.      There is less competition for buyers.
2.      Winter prospects are more serious buyers.
3.      Your home looks better during the holidays.
4.      One of the highest percentages if “the listing sold” to “listing taken” occurs during this time of year.
5.      Expanded Home Buyer Tax Credit, for First-Time Home Buyers and Existing Home Buyers (specified criteria applies as defined by law).
6.      You may receive more money for your home now because you have less competition.
7.      Throughout the holiday season, you may restrict showings during your personal family events.
8.      Buyers have more time to look at homes during the holidays, especially during vacations.
9.      January is traditionally the biggest transfer month and you must be on the market to capture that market.
10.  By selling now you can have a delayed closing or extended occupancy until the beginning of the following year if you want it.
11.  When you sell during the winter you have an opportunity to buy during the spring, when many homes are on the market.
12.  You may have fewer actual showings, but more qualified and motivated prospects.
13.  Corporate transfers, who need to buy a home now, can’t wait until spring.

As always you can look at all the houses for sale in Perrysburg here.