Should I Sell My House Before the Holidays?
Date: August 5, 2025
As the leaves start to change and pumpkin spice fills the air, many homeowners find themselves asking the same question: “Should I wait until after the holidays to sell my home?”
It’s a fair question—and the answer might surprise you.
🎯 Timing Can Be Your Secret Advantage
While spring is traditionally seen as the hottest real estate season, the fall market has some serious benefits. Buyers in the fall and early winter are usually more serious and motivated—they're relocating for jobs, looking to settle before year-end, or finally ready after a summer of browsing.
🏡 Less Competition = More Attention
Here’s the truth: most sellers do wait until the new year to list. That means your home could stand out more in a less crowded market. Serious buyers will have fewer listings to choose from, increasing the chances your home makes their shortlist.
🧣 Cozy Curb Appeal
The cooler seasons make it easier to stage your home for comfort. Think warm lighting, seasonal scents, and soft textures that help buyers envision holidays in their new home. A pumpkin on the porch and a cozy throw on the couch? Instant emotional connection.
⏱️ Market Matters
In Connecticut, the fall market often brings a small but steady wave of qualified buyers—and with interest rates always a factor, waiting may not always mean better. If you're curious about where the market stands, I’d be happy to give you a local update and a no-pressure home value estimate.
Thinking about selling this fall?
Let’s talk strategy and see if the timing is right for you. I’ll guide you every step of the way.
📲 Call or text me at (860) 234-9260
📩 Email: office@milhommerealtygroup.com
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