The #1 myth about selling this time of year…

…Every fall I hear the same thing, “I’ll just wait until spring. Nothing sells during the holidays. 

Myth, BUSTED!

Here's the truth, real estate doesn’t hit pause just because the calendar says November!

Yes, the pace feels different. The casual browsers drop out, but the buyers that are in the game.. They’re serious! They’ve got deadlines. Relocations, job changes, tax timing etc, and they want to be in a home before the holidays or right after the new year.

Meanwhile, many sellers hit pause cause they heard some troll on the interwebs say homes “don’t sell over the holidays”! Whaaaa! I’m looking at the glass half full I guess. What about less competition if you decide to list? Not to mention, homes look their best this time of year! Warm twinkle lighting, cozy porches, a wreath on the door, a warm brown sugar cookie candle. That’s a recipe for an offer if you ask me! 

Here’s what’s happening in our local market right now!

• The average home price in Seabrook is around $375,000, holding steady compared to this time last year.

• Inventory is sitting at roughly 5.6, leaning toward a balanced-to-seller’s market.

• Homes are averaging around 29 days on market.

• About 36 homes have sold in the past 30 days.

So no, the market isn’t dead. It just looks different, and for the right person, this can be the sweet spot. Don’t miss it because someone told you a myth on the internet.

If you’re wondering whether it makes sense to buy or sell before the end of the year, hit reply and let’s map you out a game plan over the holidays! We can absolutely work around Santa and your inlaws! 

💌,
The Gems at Black Diamond Real Estate Group