What Makes the Fall a Great Time to Buy a Home?



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The idea that the spring season is the only time to sell your home is a common misconception. The truth is that the fall is a fantastic time to put your home on the market  for a number of reasons.
  • Buyers are more serious. During the fall months, people looking to purchase a home are more dedicated and willing to move quickly on a home they like. This is often because they're looking to take advantage of the year-end tax break.
  • They understand the process better. Fall buyers are typically more experienced buyers - they know better than to wait around for the spring season. Negotiations are typically quick and transactions are normally smoother. They aren't going to waste your time if your home doesn't meet their needs or lifestyle. While the number of showings will decrease, the showings you have will be more productive.
  • Buyers have already submitted all the necessary paperwork to the processor and underwriter. The lender has all the paperwork they need to approve the buyer and commit to them. All these buyers need to do is find a home and present a contract, so it's a win-win for buyers and sellers!
We've helped thousands of people achieve the dream of home ownership and countless sellers achieve their financial goals. If you want to jump into this market and work with serious, knowledgeable, and prepared buyers, we would love to help you. Give us a call or shoot us an email with any questions you have about the process - we would love to hear from you!