As Christmas fast approaches, and we’re all too preoccupied with preparing for the party season, it goes against what most people think when we say you should put your property on the market now.
We know it pays to be ahead. And by putting your property on for sale or let before Christmas, you can be sure that you’ll benefit from the surge in online activity and increased viewings over the new year period.
In fact, visitors to our website increased by over 125% between Christmas 2015 and the second week of January this year.
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With plenty of free time over the festive period, buyers will begin their search for the perfect property, and perhaps consult their family members too whilst they’re around – with your property more likely to capture the attention of those browsing in their down time.
"There's a surge in online activity and increased viewings over the new year period."
As a landlord, putting your property on the market before Christmas also means that you can be prepared for students starting university in February and those looking to move to the capital in the new year in search of a new adventure.
In January, we also experience a steep increase in the number of valuations we carry out. This year, there were more valuations booked in the first two days back at work in the new year than in the whole week before Christmas.
So, if you are quick and get your property on for sale or let now, this means it could have greater exposure before the rise in the number of properties – and greater noise – in the marketplace.
So if you're wondering "how do I sell my house fast" or looking rent your property now before Christmas, book your free property valuation today.
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Take a look at our article on how to prepare your property for viewings, or visit or market trends section to see how the property market in your area is performing.