3 Benefits to Listing During the Fall

The leaves are really changing this week and it officially feels like Fall #nexttochicago after what seemed to be an extended Summer. You are probably thinking you've lost the opportunity to sell, and need to wait until the uber popular day after Super Bowl Sunday. But that's far from the truth! Although it's not as hectic and crazy with the swarm of buyers on the market, the Fall season brings out the most serious of lookers. They are the pool of buyers that waited out the summer frenzy to find their perfect home in the fall, and you don't want to miss these buyers! They are ready to make a move, today. And selling in a slower period does not equate to less money. That's a misconception that home owners have based on untrue data that floats around. With the right agent (hopefully me), and your home being priced correctly, you can get a great deal selling your home during the Fall season. And might actually prefer it. Plus, who doesn't like stepping into a home when a fire is lit and there is apple cider on the stovetop, talk about cozy! Here are the top 3 benefits to listing during the Fall season.

1. Serious Buyers - Let's be honest, if buyers are out during the busy season, looking for homes, they are serious and ready to buy. Although the Spring and Summer bring in a large crowd, that crowd contains a lot of people that are excited by the season, and fall into the "trend" of house hunting. These people sometimes end up not really being serious about the process, and tend to hold off for another time. If people are investing time to look during the fall season, they are more likely to be interested in actually buying your home, instead of touring it. They are viewing your home while it is overcast and rainy and wouldn't otherwise stop outside.

2. Less Competition - Selling in the Fall isn't something many families can accomplish due to personal schedules. That's why a significant amount of homes get listed during the Spring and Summer seasons. Which means that Spring and Summer bring in a lot of competition. Selling in the Fall means the potential house next door that has slightly more perks that may have been listed during the Spring and Summer, doesn't make your home sit stagnant, since everyone wanted your neighbor's house. It also doesn't devalue your home because of the house that could go up next door that could be under-priced in your neighborhood, and draw all of the attention.

With a slower season, you get dedicated attention to your property, which increases the chance of a sale. 

3. Easier to Find Your Dream Home - Not only do you get to benefit from a slower season during the selling process, but you can also benefit on the buying side. With less competition on your dream house, you can get a better deal. The Summer brings a lot of missed opportunities for buyers on their dream homes, because they go off the market instantly. This will give you the opportunity to get your home on the market and take your time to find the right one to resize into. A much calmer pace to the transaction will make it less stressful, and everyone all around happier. Don't feel rushed into buying a home overnight during the Spring and Summer, it could turn into a headache. 

If you want a far more peaceful transaction, that has a calmer pace, then selling during the Fall is perfect for you. I am happy to help you in any season, just let me know how.

- Aubrey

  312-523-7811

  www.aubreyjacknowhomes.com