Spring into action this Easter
Why Spring and Easter is a good time to sell.
Spring and the Easter period is a great time to sell. Gardens look beautiful, there’s plenty of light, and the weather’s mild, making houses look their best. Plus, more buyers are out there looking for homes.
Additionally, data from Rightmove’s ‘time to sell’ statistics found that properties hitting the market around March tend to sell faster than any other month in the year, with an average time of 57 days. Furthermore, family sized 3 and 4-bedroom houses also sell particularly well around the Easter holidays[1]. If you’ve been contemplating the optimal time to list your home, our team at Mishon Mackay is shedding light on the significance of acting before Easter.
Motivated buyers: with the onset of Spring bringing milder weather and longer daylight hours, potential buyers are more inclined to venture out for house hunting and attend property viewings. By listing your home ahead of Easter, you’ll tap into a larger pool of motivated buyers, increasing your chances of securing a swift sale at a favourable price.
Appeal to families: Pre Easter marks the beginning of the house-hunting season for many families aiming to get settled into their new home for the summer. If your property caters to the needs of families, now is the perfect moment to showcase its potential and attract interest during the Easter break.
Peak portal activity: during the Easter holidays, online property portals experience a surge in traffic as people use their extra downtime to browse listings, particularly over the four-day bank holiday. Therefore, listing your property in the weeks leading up to Easter could be instrumental in gaining attention and facilitating a speedy sale.
Open houses v discreet marketing: amidst the heightened competition in the market, hosting an open house can be a savvy move to drum up excitement and potentially receive multiple offers in one fell swoop. While it might not be everyone’s cup of tea, open houses can create a buzz and urgency among potential buyers. Alternatively, if you prefer a more low-key approach, discreet marketing offers a subtle way to gauge interest privately. By tapping into the expertise of an agent with a wide buyer network, you can identify motivated buyers without the need for public listings.
At Mishon Mackay, our friendly teams are here to support you every step of the way. Whether you fancy a bustling open house or a quieter marketing strategy, rest assured, we’ve got the know-how to make your selling journey a breeze.
If you’re weighing the options between our open house service or exploring a more confidential approach to showcase your home this Easter, don’t hesitate to reach out. Our team is here to offer tailored advice to suit your needs. Launching your property before Easter can greatly enhance its visibility and potentially lead to a swift, lucrative sale.
Additionally, if you simply seek insights on the current market trends in your area or require guidance on listing your home at any time throughout the year, we’re more than happy to assist. Feel free to contact us; we’re here to help you make informed decisions about your property journey. Please feel free to contact our Sales Director, Chris Thew at any time – cthew@mishonmackay.com
[1] theadvisory.co.uk/house-selling/best-time-to-sell-house/