Why the holidays ARE a great time to sell property!
Why the holidays are a great time to sell property…
Summer is officially here and many of us are planning holiday getaways so we may not be thinking much about putting our houses up for sale or continuing to market our homes during the holiday season.
So many people are under the misapprehension that selling a home in the holidays is a waste of time, when actually the exact opposite is true. Don’t just take our word for it though – let’s take a look at a few solid reasons why the holidays are a great time to you’re your property…
A wider range of buyers
We need to remember that these are tough times economically and airfares are astronomical so not as many locals will be winging their way to foreign lands as usual, but in Cape Town we do expect a pretty good influx of international tourists.
Statistics have shown that a huge percentage of house sales, particularly upmarket properties are snapped up by foreigners so why would you miss this opportunity to have your home shown? Some foreign travellers will be coming with the express purpose of fitting a little property hunting in, so even if you are away yourself, keep your property on show through an agency you can trust.
Buyers have more time
We need to remember that some serious buyers will only have time to look properly and make decisions when they are on leave. Some buyers, therefore, actually wait until this period to search the relevant online portals and attend show houses. Versatile agencies with prominent online listings who also do show days can be busier than ever at this time.
Buyers are in the festive spirit
Apart from foreign buyers remember that a relaxed buyer is a buyer more inclined to like what they see and decide to take the leap of faith. Christmas decorations and the festive feeling of the holiday season can put buyers in a good mood and prompt them to sign an offer you can’t refuse!
You can be away for show days
One of the pet hates of sellers is to be put out of their homes for show days, so why not take advantage of using the time that you’re away to have your property shown? Particularly if you have given your agent a sole mandate and they are the only ones with keys to your home it’s perfectly safe and even a deterrent to thieves because there are often people at the house.
Get the jump on inflation
Whether you are buying or selling a home, invariably bond rates whatever costs you will incur will inflate in the new year, so give your buyers the advantage of saving by buying now. As a seller too, you will still be benefitting from our excellent fixed professional fee, but you can save on expenses for future renovations, legal costs where you will be buying elsewhere and certificates of compliance, all of which will probably go up.
Get a new generation of property sales professionals on your side!
As a seller or buyer, Nu Generation Homes will be ensuring that whether you choose to sell during the holidays or wait it out until the new year, you will still obtain the full benefits of our affordable, flexible and comprehensive property sales service.
Talk to us today and find out why a whole new generation of people in the market for new property are recognising us as the best way to go – giving buyers better deals because sellers pay less to sell!
Whatever your plans – please travel safely and we wish you a happy holiday!