BEST TIMES TO SELL

The importance of realistically pricing property to sell

As we are all aware, the property market ebbs and flows and prices are constantly changing.

This is why it is vital that each property on the market is priced realistically and accurately. This does not mean selling a property at an undervalued price it simply means that if you wish to sell your house then it must be priced correctly. Any unprofessional agent can quote you high valuations and misguided figures just to win your business only to then ask you to reduce your price some weeks later when it hasn’t sold.

When selling your house it is imperative that the valuation figure that you receive is based on experience and knowledge of the area by highly trained local agents. A useful exercise would be to ask for the values of comparable properties, just so you can get some realistic sale values in your head. The last thing that anyone wants is your property for sale sitting and stagnating on the market for months with little interest because an agent has overinflated its value just to get you on board.

Selling your home is equally as stressful as purchasing a new property so ensure that you do all you can to value your property at its correct price.

Seasonal change influences house sales

As with many different markets, seasonal change greatly influences the selling of property. For instance, Spring is a good time to sell your house as this is the time when many people want to purchase so they can get their children into new schools by September. If you wish to capture these Spring home movers, then you should be looking to put your house on the market by the end of February ready for an active period close to May and June. The advantages of a Spring sale means that you have longer days to fill up your home with as many viewings as possible, with more natural light and in bloom gardens as added advantages.

Another season ideal for selling your property is Autumn. Putting your house on the market in early September means you will appeal to buyers hoping to move in before the Christmas period. However, be aware that the Autumn selling window is short and the best prospect for selling your home would be in the months of September and October as these offer enough time for the sale to complete before Christmas.

If you still end up searching for a buyer for your property after the Autumn selling window then they will usually be in a stronger position as post-Christmas signals a traditional market slowdown.

In spite of all these factors, it ultimately comes down to you when selling your home. If you are motivated and prepared to market your house correctly then selling your property becomes a much easier task. In the end, you are the determining factor.