Why Winter Is a Great Time to Sell Your Home

Listing and viewing your property after the clocks fall back

It’s cosy season and time to embrace all that goes with it. Even if you cannot abide the taste of a pumpkin spice coffee, don’t worry; there’s much more to this time of year, and especially so when it comes to listing and indeed viewing property.

There is a common myth that the colder months are quieter in the property market, but I am here to tell you that’s just not the case. Fewer people list. True. But this means that those who do take the plunge tend to get reasonably quick offers, as there are more ‘serious’ buyers in the winter months. People need to move house all year, and although the spring market seems to get all the glory, its winter sister can often be, unwisely, neglected.

Viewers in the darker, colder months tend to be motivated purchasers. Life goes on despite the clocks changing. Deaths, births, change of jobs/circumstances, all contribute to reasons to move/buy a property, and as there are fewer listings, there is far less competition.

As with selling anything, it’s still imperative to have your home looking at its best. Whilst the sunshine and bright skies can assist with the aesthetics in the nicer months, in wintertime homely vibes come into their own. It won’t matter if you can’t accommodate daylight viewings; you are looking for an inviting glow. Light the fire, if you have one; definitely switch on all the lamps as opposed to the central ceiling light (no one can imagine snuggling down on the sofa when the room feels floodlit). Finally, don’t ignore any gardens or outside spaces. It won’t be a riot of colourful blooms, but that can make it look neater and sometimes larger. A winter garden has its own charms to offer.

So, get in touch, as we can get you sorted and your property listed and open for viewings, pumpkin spice coffee optional.

The information and opinions contained in this blog are for information only.  They are not intended to constitute advice and should not be relied upon or considered as a replacement for advice.  Before acting on any information contained in this blog, please seek a solicitor’s advice from Gilson Gray.