Many people believe in selling homes in spring. Of course, that is when everything looks better, starting with the beautiful blooming flowers to the lovely weather. It is normally a time for the seller to show off what they have because even nature supports them! For the buyer, this is the time to check out as many houses as possible. With numerous sellers putting their properties in the market, it’s not time to purchase yet until they are absolutely sure. But what about winter? With everything covered in ice, is there a soul out there trying to sell or buy a property? Is it worth the effort? Let’s find out what you stand to gain if you decide to buy or sell your home during this chilly season.
How Will You Benefit as The Buyer?
Minimal competition
It’s true that winter has very few people selling homes. However, lesser people are also out to buy homes, which means less competition with fellow buyers. In other months like during spring, the competition is very stiff, and before you realize it, someone else could be sealing a deal on your dream home just because you were caught up in the bargain. When you buy your home in winter, you also enjoy better prices, longer settlement periods, and everything else that comes with less competition, including better treatment.
See the Property’s Full Potential
Any property you fall in love with during winter is no doubt a good property. Of all the seasons, winter is the toughest of them all. Most of the things are messed up, from ice covering the roofs to covered landscaping. Buying a home in winter, gives you the chance to see the property for its true worth.
More Attention from Real Estate Agents
During winter, real estate agents are not so busy. This means they are more flexible and can take you to see the homes on your schedule. Also, winter being the lowest sales month for real estate agents, a chance to make something out of it is highly welcome. As such, they are likely to put more effort into negotiating a sale for you.
How Do You Benefit as The Seller?
Few but Serious Buyers
Most people looking for homes to buy in winter are serious. Winter is not the friendliest of seasons, and them braving the weather to check out homes on sale means they are ready to make a deal. In the sunny months, most buyers are not in any hurry, and you are likely to have several people check your home with no one committing to buy.
Less Competition
Very few people sell homes during winter. What does this mean? You are not just another home seller in the market. With not so many homes for buyers to choose from, you stand a better of selling yours.
Showcase Your Home’s Unique Features
A warm and brighter weather covers up many flaws in homes, and your house is likely to be rated on the same scale as a house that gets horrible during the cold season. When you sell your home in winter, you get the chance to prove to buyers that your house has something extra. That way, you stand out and sell your home faster.
Are you planning to buy or sell a home in Las Vegas this winter? Top Tier Realty is here to assist you. We understand Las Vegas more than any other agents because this is our home too. Call us today and let us help you sell/ buy your Vegas home.