Why Now is the Time to Prepare Your Home for a January 1st Listing
It’s Friday, December 20th, and there’s an undeniable buzz in the air. The New Year is just around the corner, and buyer activity is already heating up. Real estate agents are reaching out, asking if we have specific types of homes coming to market in the next few weeks. Their buyers are eager to make decisions before the end of the year, aiming to close by late January.
If you’ve been considering selling your home, the time to act is now.
Why Early January is a Prime Time to List
The first week of January—and really, all of January and February—offers a golden opportunity for sellers. Here’s why:
Low Inventory: Buyer demand is high, but inventory is notoriously low in the early months of the year. Fewer competing listings mean your property will stand out.
New Year’s Resolutions: Many buyers start the year determined to achieve their goal of buying a home. With limited options available, a well-prepared and properly priced home becomes a hot commodity.
Motivated Buyers: Those reaching out now are serious about purchasing quickly, often looking to secure a home before mortgage rates shift or competition increases.
If your home is market-ready and priced appropriately, January is the perfect time to capture these motivated buyers.
Why Wait? Get Ahead of the Crowd
We know it’s a busy time of year with the holidays in full swing, but if you’re already hosting family or friends and your home is clean, decorated, and festive, you’re closer to market readiness than you might think. Here’s the plan:
Schedule a Consultation: Our team will be available throughout the week of Christmas and New Year’s to meet with you, discuss your goals, and map out a strategy for success.
Pack Up Decorations: Take down holiday décor the weekend before January 1st, giving your home a fresh, neutral look.
Professional Photography: We’ve reserved a few key slots for photography on Monday, December 30th, and Tuesday, December 31st.
List Your Home January 1st: Be one of the first properties on the market in the New Year, ready to capture buyer attention during this high-demand period.
Let’s Get Started
If you’re ready to make the most of the New Year’s buyer surge, don’t wait. Head over to robsmith.com/sell and let us know how we can help you prepare your home for the market.
Our team is here for you every step of the way—and yes, we’re staying in town and available the entire week of Christmas and New Year’s to ensure your home is ready to go live on January 1st.
Start 2025 with a win: let’s make your home the one buyers can’t wait to see. Call/text us at 404-906-5857 or go to robsmith.com/sell to get started now!
