August 31st, 2023 | Real Estate Advice

5 Reasons Why the Fall is a Great Time to Sell Your Home

Even though the spring season typically ranks as the top home-selling period, there are enormous benefits to selling your home in the fall. Why put off selling your home until the spring when you can take advantage of the opportunities now? There are numerous benefits of selling your home sooner rather than later. 

Here are 5 reasons to sell your home in the fall. 

1. There are Traditionally More Serious Buyers in the Fall 

With summer vacation over, and everyone heading back to work after the last precious long weekend at the cottage, fall is typically the time of year when people ‘get back to business.’ That also means any home buying plans that were put on hold during the summer are back on the table. 

Buyers in the fall are typically more motivated and serious about purchasing a home. They are typically working with tighter timelines and likely want to get everything closed and be moved into their new home before the weather takes a turn. 

A picture of a recent home sold in Ottawa

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2. Your Home will Look its Best in the Fall 

There’s no doubt that fall is a magical time. Crisp mornings, warm afternoons, and the smell of pumpkin spice in the air. There’s something special about it. 

Your home also reaps some of the benefits of the fall season. The grass is still green, but there might be a few changing leaves on the trees. The weather is still favourable, and your beautiful landscaping from the summer still looks great. 

Now, consider selling in the winter or spring. You might need to do more to get the property ready. In the winter, you have to contend with snow, and in the spring, you may have to deal with poor weather conditions that make it difficult to showcase your home in its best light. 

3. There is Also Less Competition 

Selling your home in spring means your home may be competing with many similar properties. Buyers usually have a greater selection in the Spring.

In the fall, although it’s common to see a spike in inventory, there can be less competition, which means your home may stand out for buyers. 

Less available inventory could also result in a faster sale for a higher sales price. However, be aware that that broader market conditions also have a big impact on this. 

Fall accents to show your home in the fall

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4. Different Buyers May Purchase in the Fall 

While there’s no surefire way to time the market, we can see homebuying trends that align with seasonal activities. For example, most buyers who have children will try to time their home purchase with the school year to ensure their kids are settled in the new home before heading back to school. 

Alternatively, people who do not have kids or people who are downsizing are not necessarily bound by the school year but would prefer to buy a home and move before the weather turns, making fall an ideal time to target this type of buyer. 

Relocators are also a key demographic to target in the fall. They are either trying to time their move with a new job and like almost everyone, would prefer to move houses when the weather is favourable. 

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Features like fireplaces and bonfires are great for showing your home in the fall

5. Get Everything Wrapped Up Before the Holidays 

If you’re selling your home, chances are, you are also likely trying to buy a new one. A lot of the benefits of selling a home in the fall could also translate into buying. 

Seeing a home in the fall means you’ll see the home at its best. For example, if you buy in the winter, there’s no telling what the yard of your new home looks like underneath a blanket of snow. 

Buying and selling in the fall is ideal because you can feasibly get everything wrapped up and closed before the holiday season. That means by the time the holidays roll around, you’ll be settled in your new home, ready to host an incredible holiday/housewarming party. 

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