The winter weather here in the Long Branch, New Jersey area usually has everyone hiding indoor, anxiously waiting for the spring to start the home buying and selling process. Hi, I’m Michele Irizarry, CEO and Broker of Shore Prime Properties. If you are interested in buying or selling a home, don’t wait, there are plenty of advantages to buying and selling during the winter season.
Less competition. Many people wait until warmer months to come around to get the ball rolling on house hunting and staging. This means we’re going to have a lot of competition. If you can tough out the cold, you may find yourself putting up less of a fight for the home of your dreams. As a seller, you’ll typically have less competition of homes on the market as well.
Motivation. People who buy and sell in the winter are not typically looking just to get an idea, they know what they want. If people are taking the time to stage and hunt during this season, it usually means they are serious and want to close before the competition rolls around in the spring.
Get loans fast. With less people applying for loans because winter is a less competitive season, lenders are going to be less busy, which is good news for those that do decide to buy and sell. You will get undivided attention and the service that you deserve.
Show off cozy qualities. Take advantage of the snow on the ground if you are selling. Show buyers distinct aspects of your home that may pose more appealing during the winter, like a fire pit, fireplace, insulated attic, anything to grab their attention.
Buying and selling your home doesn’t have to be a long and arduous process. Check buying and selling your home off your list of things to do this winter. For more advice, feel free to reach out to us here at Shore Prime Properties. I’m Michele Irizarry, selling prime real estate at the Jersey Shore.
