12 Reasons to List During the Holidays: ![25020[1] 12 reasons to list your home during holidays!](http://tampahomesexpert.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/250201-300x231.jpg)
- People who look for a home during the holidays are more serious buyers.
- Serious buyers have fewer houses to choose from during the holidays; less competition means more money for you.
- One of the highest percentages of “listings sold” to “listings taken” occurs during this time of year.
- You may receive more money for your home now, because you have less competition.
- Throughout the holiday season, you may restrict showings during your personal family events.
- Houses show better when decorated for the holidays.
- Buyers have more time to look for a home during the holidays especially during vacations.
- January is traditionally the biggest transfer month – and you must be in the market to capture those buyers since transferees cannot wait until Spring to buy.
- By selling now you can have a delayed closing or extended occupancy until the beginning of the following year if you want it.
- When you sell during the winter you have an opportunity to buy during the spring, when many homes are on the market.
- You may have fewer actual showings but more qualified and motivated prospects.
- Some people must buy before the end of the year for tax reasons.