Yes, it is only November but with Christmas adverts everywhere you look, it appears as though we are being thrown into the festive period whether we like it or not. It is far too early to be worrying about getting the decorations out of a box but if you want to make sure that you have a fantastic time at Christmas, it makes sense to plan ahead. Whether you need to buy a lot of gifts or make sure that the big meal is fit for the family, you cannot leave things to the last minute.
When you think about the pressure involved with Christmas, it is understandable that many people like to relax and do very little in the days between Christmas and New Year. This is a chance to watch DVD boxsets (or stream your favourite shows) and generally take things easy. However, it can be a good time of year to plan ahead and be proactive. If you are planning on a property move, this may be a time of year when you want to be active and this is all down to the Boxing Day Bounce.
People are ready for a change in the New Year
The Boxing Day Bounce is the name given to the phenomenon of people looking for homes on online property portals after Christmas and the start of New Year. In 2015, Rightmove had one million visitors on their site on Christmas Day, they had even more on Boxing Day and by the first full working day of 2016, the site had close to three million viewers. This is a time of year when people are looking for property on sale, and if you want to sell your home in 2017, you need to make sure that your home is seen by the right people.
Add in the fact that some homeowners will not look to sell their home at this time of year, and you have a situation with a high volume of potential buyers and a reduced number of homes on the market. This means placing your home on the market at this time increases your chances of making a sale.
So, if you’re looking to sell your home in 2018, make a head start in 2017. Get in touch with Spencer Harvey and we’ll ensure you are ready for The Boxing Day Bounce and any interest in your home. We are Stockport property specialists, and this is why so many local homeowners call on us to provide them with the support they need to sell their home with the greatest of confidence. You can give Spencer Harvey a call on 0161 480 8888 or send us an email at info@spencerharvey.co.uk. For a free valuation please visit: https://www.spencerharvey.co.uk/valuation-enquiry.html