Spring has sprung and the flowers are blooming marvellous. What better time for new beginnings and possibly greener pastures as well? Yes, the time to sell your house is now.
Having trouble believing this? Take a look at the number of neighbourhood properties with For Sale signs. The trend is for South African homeowners to sell their houses during Spring and there are several reasons for this.
- Speedy Closure of the Deal
One of the biggest benefits of selling your house during the season of romance is the higher likelihood of a speedy closure of the deal. Buyers are keen to close the deal quickly. They are concerned that they might lose out on a good property if they delay, because the demand is so high during this season. This also prompts them to skip some repair requests that they might otherwise make … saving you money! - Longer Viewing Hours
In addition, the weather is just right for a leisurely viewing of properties. Summer’s heat can be a distraction whilst winter evenings are more suited to hot chocolate, movies and cosy fireplaces, definitely not venturing out into the cold looking for a house to buy. The difference is that in spring, Buyers actively search for deals in their preferred areas. Many families energized by the transition to a new season and with fewer distractions, synchronize their move during Spring.
- Property at its Best
The season also helps you to impress potential Buyers as your garden basks in longer hours of sunshine. The lawns are at their most manicured and the carpet of flowers resembles a tiny Namaqualand. This gives a very positive vibe and connects at an emotional level with many buyers.
- Better Prices
You can also get a better price during Spring than at most other times. When your Buyer compares the prices, he or she will notice that most properties that sold recently in that area are also of a good price. The demand is high and hence the negotiations on price will be lower than at other times.
But remember that although the demand is high, the supply will also be higher during this time, so don’t rely on nature to do an extreme makeover on your property. Ensure that your spring cleaning is immaculate. Remove all the dead plants, clean up the garden and mow your lawn. Put away the unused stuff lying around in the house or donate them. Make sure that the house and garden looks and smells as if it is bursting with potential and promise when your visitors ring the doorbell.
At Homefair we firmly believe that now is the time to spring into action. With the correct strategy and planning, you too could sell your house for a neat stack of cash!